From Washington: Kamikaze Drones, AI, and the Future of Combat

From Washington: Kamikaze Drones, AI, and the Future of Combat

Author: FOX News Radio March 15, 2026 Duration: 30:54
A key component of Operation Epic Fury is the U.S.'s deployment of cutting-edge technology, artificial intelligence, and space-based assets as part of its efforts to destroy Iran's military capabilities. Dr. Rebecca Grant, Vice President of the Lexington Institute, joins to discuss how technology is redefining the future of combat, the U.S. Space Force’s critical role in missile detection, the debut of American "one-way" attack drones, and how AI-driven systems are accelerating the targeting of enemy sites from hours to mere minutes.Plus, Israel’s Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon joins to discuss the strategic timing of Operation Epic Fury, the urgent push to block Iran’s nuclear breakout, and the growing regional coalition standing against Iranian threats to global shipping. PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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