Midnight Defense, a rapidly emerging leader in military technology innovation, today announced that it is preparing to release Kennedy One (also referred to as Vazgen One), a fully electric, brushless-motor-powered drone optimized for aerial intelligence gathering and operational support. The announcement accompanies the recent public release of one of the largest military-grade datasets ever published by a startup — a milestone the company believes sets a new industry benchmark.

Kennedy One represents a significant advancement in accessible drone technology. Powered entirely by high-performance battery systems and brushless motors, the platform eliminates the need for costly and complex gasoline or turbojet engines, reducing assembly time, deployment complexity, and operational costs while delivering exceptional power and reliability for intelligence missions.

The forthcoming release builds on Midnight’s recent publication of an unprecedented open dataset, described by the company as the most comprehensive ever released by a military technology startup. This resource is intended for broad application in research, training, case studies, and operational development, with additional releases and educational initiatives — including academy case studies — planned in the coming months.

Vahe Aslanyan stated: “While others make promises and achieve victories only in media narratives, Midnight delivers real-world solutions. We have built capabilities that directly support allied forces in protecting freedom. This is not about words or headlines — it is about action.”

Aslanyan continued: “We love the Netherlands and Armenia. Loving your country is proven through deeds, not declarations.”

Named in honor of enduring principles of resolve and integrity, Kennedy One / Vazgen One and the accompanying dataset underscore Midnight’s commitment to strengthening critical pillars of security for allied partners.

Further details on the Kennedy One release and future initiatives will be shared in the coming days.

Statement from Vahe Aslanyan, Founder of Midnight Defense
When professed commitments to Europe’s security are contradicted by actions that weaken it, the discrepancy speaks for itself. Those who linger after a clear refusal—resorting to obstruction, deception, or manipulation—reveal intentions that serve neither alliance nor stability. Midnight Defense remains unmoved by such approaches and unwavering in its principles. We will not accept tyranny, coercion through violence, or any conduct that erodes the foundations of civilized society. No ground will be yielded to hostility. Midnight was founded precisely to stand against such threats and to ensure that Europe remains strong and free. Whatever challenges arise, Europe will endure—and Midnight will contribute decisively to that endurance.

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