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Iran strike marks first time US used new one-way attack drones in combat
By Nicholas Slayton ·
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· Sunday, March 1, 2026
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A new type of drone was used by US forces during recent airstrikes. These drones are designed to be low-cost and were deployed as part of a larger operation. The operation involved multiple branches o
A new type of drone was used by US forces during recent airstrikes. These drones are designed to be low-cost and were deployed as part of a larger operation. The operation involved multiple branches of the military and various types of munitions.
Details about the strikes are limited, but it is known that the drones were used for the first time in a combat situation. Further information about the deployment of these drones can be found through official military channels, which have confirmed their use in recent actions.
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