Weapons of the future: Trends in drone proliferation | Defense News

Drones have become a part of combat in recent years to a level that few could have predicted at the time. Over a hundred militaries have some armed or unarmed drone capabilities, and a rising number of them have military training with these devices. The rise of new drone companies is fueling an increasingly competitive international market for military drones, particularly unmanned medium and large aircraft. Furthermore, rapid technological advancements are preparing to open a new front in the fight over drones, one for which the US and its friends and partners must be prepared.

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