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US deploys unmanned drone boats into Iran war zone
SUMMARY
The U.S. has deployed uncrewed drone speedboats for patrols against Iran, marking the first public confirmation of their use in active conflict. These vessels can conduct surveillance and kamikaze strikes. This deployment comes despite ongoing challenges in establishing a fleet of uncrewed vessels.
Tim Hawkins, a Pentagon spokesperson, stated that the Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft (GARC) has logged over 450 hours and 2,200 nautical miles during operations supporting "Operation Epic Fury."
The Navy has faced delays and technical issues in developing autonomous vessels, particularly to counter China's naval power. Recent tests also revealed further operational setbacks for the GARC.
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