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IRGC Navy to Unveil Game-Changing Drone, Developed with Defense Ministry, Says Commander Alireza Tangsiri

Dec 11, 2024, 06:49 PM

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy, led by Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, is set to unveil a new drone that is anticipated to be a significant advancement in military technology. Tangsiri stated that this drone will 'surprise the world' and is designed to be unique, potentially changing the landscape of drone capabilities. He mentioned that the drone has been developed in collaboration with the Iranian Defense Ministry and hinted at its extraordinary features, although he refrained from providing specific details to maintain the element of surprise. This announcement comes amid ongoing efforts by various defense entities, including the Pentagon's establishment of an AI Rapid Capabilities Cell and initiatives by the Defense Innovation Unit to address the drone gap in military applications.