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U.S. Adapts to Cheap Iranian Drones, Deploying New Tools

Author: The Daily News Now! March 11, 2026 Duration: 1:53

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The war with Iran has exposed Americas vulnerabilities to swarms of affordable drones, leading to a significant drop in launches following targeted strikes. The U.S. military is now adapting with cheaper countermeasures, including AI-guided drones and Apache helicopters. The Pentagon is investing in small drones and learning from Ukraines experience to better prepare for future conflicts.

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