The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has activated its first operational unit equipped with Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones in the Middle East. This unit, named Task Force Scorpion Strike, utilizes one-way attack drones that have been reverse-engineered from Iran"s Shahed-136. The drones were developed by SpektreWorks, a company based in Arizona.
This deployment marks a significant step in U.S. military capabilities in the region, focusing on enhancing operational effectiveness through advanced drone technology. The LUCAS drones are designed for combat scenarios and represent a shift in the approach to unmanned warfare.
For further context on recent developments in military technology, see related coverage regarding the Pentagon"s deployment of similar drone systems.
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