US Debuts Explosive Sea Drones in Combat During Iran Strike
Summary
The U.S. military used explosive sea drones for the first time in combat to strike an Iranian naval base in Bandar Abbas near the Strait of Hormuz. This attack was part of ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, involving missile strikes and naval conflicts in the region.Key Facts
- The U.S. deployed three Corsair naval drones to attack Iran’s naval base in Bandar Abbas.
- Corsair drones are 24 feet long, can travel about 40 miles per hour, and cover up to 1,150 miles.
- This is the first use of explosive naval drones by a major Western military in wartime.
- The strike killed three people and aimed to reduce Iran’s ability to attack commercial shipping.
- Iran responded by hitting two tankers from the United Arab Emirates in the Strait of Hormuz, causing casualties and fires.
- The conflict has involved missile and drone attacks between the U.S., Iran, and U.S. allies since February.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a key route where about 20% of the world’s oil passes, and remains a hotspot for military activity.
- President Donald Trump announced renewed U.S. blockades on Iranian ports and added a 20% charge on all goods shipped through the Strait.
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