Summary
Iran claims that the United States is copying its kamikaze drones, which are unmanned aircraft designed to crash into targets deliberately, after the U.S. announced plans to deploy similar drones in the Middle East. This move is part of an effort to counter threats from Iranian-backed groups in the region. The U.S. has started deploying its version, called LUCAS drones, which are built to resemble the Iranian Shahed-136 drones.
Key Facts
- Iran claims the U.S. is copying its Shahed kamikaze drones by deploying similar ones in the Middle East.
- A senior Iranian military spokesman called the U.S. move a sign of weakness.
- The U.S. has begun deploying LUCAS drones, which are modeled after the Iranian Shahed-136.
- The U.S. says its drones will help counter threats in the Middle East.
- Each LUCAS drone costs about $35,000, which is more than the Iranian version.
- Iran has shared its drone technology with Russia and other allies.
- The U.S. has sanctioned Iranian drone manufacturers for supplying drones to Russia and armed groups.
- Low-cost drones are becoming important in modern warfare because they are cheaper than traditional military equipment.
