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US Shifts Anti-Drone Tech to Middle East Amid Tensions

6/5/2025

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Amid escalating tensions with Iran and Houthi militants, the U.S. is swiftly reallocating anti-drone technology from Ukraine to bolster troops in the Middle East. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasizes the urgency of this move, as Ukraine grapples with a staggering 20,000 drone attacks from Russia since 2025, intensifying its plea for military support from allies.

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Amid escalating tensions with Iran and Houthi militants, the U.S. is swiftly reallocating anti-drone technology from Ukraine to bolster troops in the Middle East. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasizes the urgency of this move, as Ukraine grapples with a staggering 20,000 drone attacks from Russia since 2025, intensifying its plea for military support from allies.