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Iran's drones expose a gap in US defenses
Original: Iran's drones hit America's Achilles heel
A Politico analysis argues that Iran's drone arsenal exploits a key vulnerability in American military posture: cheap, mass-produced drones that are costly to intercept with expensive missiles. The piece has drawn attention and some skepticism online, with commenters mocking the framing even as the underlying point about air-defense economics sparks debate among defense watchers.
Why now: Ongoing tensions with Iran keep analysis of its drone capabilities and US counter-drone shortcomings in the spotlight
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