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US strikes Iranian ship with drone boats in first-of-its-kind attack

US strikes Iranian ship with drone boats in first-of-its-kind attack

Summary

The US military used three unmanned surface vessels, called Corsair drones, to attack an Iranian ship maintenance facility and a submarine. This is the first time the US has used sea drones in combat. The strike happened even though President Trump said that Iran’s navy had already been destroyed.

Key Facts

  • The US Central Command released a video showing the attack on an Iranian ship facility.
  • Three Corsair unmanned surface vessels were used in the strike.
  • The target included a ship maintenance facility and a submarine.
  • This is the first combat use of sea drones by the US military.
  • President Donald Trump had previously claimed Iran’s navy was destroyed.
  • The attack demonstrates the US military’s use of new drone technology at sea.
  • The incident involves the US and Iran, indicating ongoing tensions.
  • The operation was coordinated by US Central Command (CENTCOM), responsible for the Middle East region.
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