If a military drone falls into enemy territory without exploding, the biggest danger is ‘reverse engineering’. Meaning, opposing countries can open that drone and study its technology, sensors, camera system and software. This may make it easier to formulate strategies against the same technology in the future. After this incident, the role of the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) is also in discussion. Recently CENTCOM confirmed that its Task Force Scorpion Strike used one-way attack drones for the first time during Operation Epic Fury.
CENTCOM had posted on social media platform X that for the first time in history, a one-way attack drone was used in a combat mission. According to reports, these low-cost drones are said to be inspired by Iran’s ‘Shahed’ drone strategy. If the drone found in Iraq is of the same series, then its finding without exploding can be considered a blow to American military strategy.
At present the matter is based on viral videos and local claims. A detailed statement regarding this particular incident has not come out at the official level. Asianet Hindi does not verify viral videos.