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Pakistan Acquires US Drones Amid India Connection

September 26, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

Pakistan orders drones from US-based Powerus.
Powerus co-founder has Israel Defense Forces background.
Powerus subsidiary has agreement with Indian company Paras Defence.

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Strategic Implications

This deal may indicate a growing trend of cross-border defense collaborations, suggesting that companies could navigate complex geopolitical relationships to secure contracts. The involvement of Powerus, with its ties to Israel, may also signal a shift in Pakistan's defense procurement strategy, which could have implications for regional security dynamics.

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What Happened

Powerus Deal Sparks Interest Due To Israel Links And Guardian-1 Interceptor

Pakistan has placed a limited procurement order with US-based defense company Powerus for unmanned aerial systems, sparking interest due to the company’s Israel-linked background. Powerus co-founder Ziv Marom previously served in the Israel Defense Forces Intelligence Corps, but the company is an American entity with no evidence of Israeli government involvement. Notably, a Powerus subsidiary has an agreement with Indian company Paras Defence to manufacture and commercialize the Guardian-1 counter-drone interceptor, highlighting the complex web of international defense collaborations. This development was first reported by Times of India Videos.

Source | Originally Published: September 26, 2026

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