As explosive drones gain battlefield prominence, even the mighty U.S. Abrams tank is increasingly vulnerable.
Tag: Drones (Pilotless Planes)
Israel Strikes an Iranian Military Base, but Damage Appears Limited
The drone attack may have been launched from inside Iran, once again demonstrating Israel’s ability to carry out clandestine operations there.
Israel Launched Missiles as Well as Drones at Iran, Officials Say
Though it was not immediately clear if the missiles struck targets inside Iran, their use would mean more sophisticated firepower was involved in the attack than first reported.
Drones Believed to Have Been Used in Iran Attack Are a Common Israeli Weapon
Iranian officials said that an attack Friday used small drones possibly launched from inside Iran, and that radar systems had not detected unidentified aircraft entering Iranian airspace.
U.S. and Allies Penalize Iran for Striking Israel, and Try to Avert War
While imposing sanctions on Iran, U.S. and European governments are urging restraint amid fears of a cycle of escalation as Israel weighs retaliation for an Iranian attack.
Ukraine Sees ‘Hypocrisy’ After Western Allies Helped Intercept Iran’s Attack on Israel
The U.S., British and French militaries helped intercept Iranian missiles and drones, but Ukrainians say they haven’t provided the same help against Russian air attacks.
Strikes Upend Israel’s Belief About Iran’s Willingness to Fight It Directly
Israel had grown used to targeting Iranian officials without head-on retaliation from Iran, an assumption overturned by Iran’s attacks on Saturday.
Jordan Says It Shot Down Iranian Drones As Act of Self-Defense
The Arab kingdom said it took military action to defend its territory against Iranian drone and missile strikes. Critics assailed the country as having helped defend Israel.
What We Know About Iran’s Military as It Threatens Israel
The direct military confrontation between Iran and Israel has brought renewed attention to Iran’s armed forces. What are they capable of?
A Drone Strike in Odesa, Ukraine, Shatters a Family’s Life
Serhii Haidarzhy’s wife and son were killed when their apartment building was hit. He and their daughter survived. The tragedy has become a symbol in Ukraine of the war’s terrible toll on civilians.