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Drones are fast becoming 'much more lethal,' and this is only the beginning, US Army officer says
- The US Army is closely monitoring the rapid evolution of drone warfare in Ukraine and the Middle East, noting that drones are becoming more lethal and the technology is advancing quickly.
- Col. Glenn Henke, chief of the Army's Air Defense Artillery School, emphasized the need for US soldiers to defend themselves from the evolving drone threat as seen in current conflicts.
- The use of drones in the Ukraine conflict and the Middle East has showcased their increasing capabilities for reconnaissance and strike missions, prompting the US military to prepare for future engagements.
- The continuous innovation in drone technology by both Ukrainian and Russian forces sets the stage for a new era in warfare with uncrewed systems utilized across various domains.
- The US Army acknowledges that the drone threat is still evolving rapidly and anticipates further advancements in drone capabilities that may challenge existing defenses.
- American servicemembers are trained at the Joint C-sUAS University to identify, engage, and counter hostile drones as part of the military's response to the escalating drone threat.
- Iran-backed groups have launched numerous drone attacks against US bases in the Middle East, underscoring the need for enhanced readiness and defense measures against hostile drones.
- The Pentagon has unveiled a new counter-drone strategy to address the evolving drone capabilities of adversaries and mitigate the threat posed to US troops and installations.
- The Army's focus on improving command and control aspects, streamlining software, and distributing counter-drone equipment at different levels reflects efforts to enhance drone defense capabilities.
- Flexibility in funding and procurement of new counter-drone technologies is crucial to staying ahead of the rapidly evolving drone threat landscape according to Col. Henke.
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