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US Grapples with Costly War Mismatch: Iran's Inexpensive Drones Against American Missiles
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US Scrambles to Fix Costly War Mismatch: Cheap Drones vs. Expensive Missiles
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Moneycontrol
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31-03-2026, 12:26
US Scrambles to Fix Costly War Mismatch: Cheap Drones vs. Expensive Missiles
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US forces use high-cost interceptor missiles to shoot down inexpensive drones, creating an unsustainable economic strain.
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The proliferation of cheap, mass-produced drones overwhelms traditional air-defense systems designed for high-value threats.
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This imbalance depletes missile stockpiles and raises operational costs, making prolonged conflicts difficult.
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US defense companies are developing lower-cost counter-drone systems, including micro-missiles and AI-enabled targeting.
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New systems offer shorter range and lower sophistication but are more viable for high-volume engagements due to lower cost.
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