Iran's Drones Now Active in Persian Gulf Following Russia's Key Deployment in Ukraine
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Iranian Drones Buzz Across Persian Gulf After Pivotal Use by Russia in Ukraine
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News18•03-03-2026, 01:00
Iranian Drones Buzz Across Persian Gulf After Pivotal Use by Russia in Ukraine
•Iranian-designed Shahed drones, previously prominent in Ukraine, are now increasingly seen across the Persian Gulf as Tehran retaliates against US and Israeli attacks.
•Shahed drones offer a cost-effective alternative to expensive ballistic and cruise missiles, costing tens of thousands compared to millions, allowing for large-scale deployment.
•Russia has localized Shahed production, creating the 'Geran' drone, and has significantly increased output, overwhelming Ukrainian air defenses with hundreds of drones in single attacks.
•These drones, though slow, have a range of 2,000 km and can carry 40 kg of explosives, earning them the nickname 'mopeds' from Ukrainians due to their distinctive buzz.
•Following recent attacks, Iran launched hundreds of missiles and drones at targets in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, UAE, and even struck a UK military base in Cyprus.