Iran shows off homemade drones in large-scale exercise
The drill was staged amid US intelligence reports that the Islamic Republic was planning to send Russia weapons-capable combat drones to be used in its war on Ukraine.
The Army of the Islamic Republic of Iran wrapped up a two-day nationwide drill in which as many as 150 drones were tested in combat, reconnaissance and electronic warfare operations.
The wide range of the unmanned aircraft included Kaman, Mohajer, Ababil and Arash drones, which Iran says were fully developed domestically.
The exercise was held in multiple land locations as well as in the Persian Gulf waters and the Sea of Oman. According to the drill's spokesperson, Vice Adm. Mahmoud Mousavi, the drones successfully struck mock enemy positions using precision missiles and other weapons.
The Iranian press reported that reconnaissance and intelligence gathering abilities were also tested, with other drones assessed for their capabilities in guarding borders and detecting radar-evading equipment.
