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US Deploys Explosive Drone Boats in Combat for First Time
The US military used explosive unmanned surface vessels to strike an Iranian naval port, marking the first combat deployment of such drone boats. The attack targeted enemy assets amid escalating hostilities in the region. This milestone highlights the growing role of autonomous systems in naval warfare.
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The headline understates the significance: this is a major tactical shift in naval combat, but questions remain about reliability and escalation risks.
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