IN FOCUS: Small drones, big damage - how these unmanned weapons are reshaping wars

Small, low-cost drones are increasingly becoming a decisive factor on modern battlefields, challenging traditional military hardware like tanks. Experts suggest that militaries are racing to adapt their acquisition and defense strategies to counter this evolving aerial threat.
Why it matters
The proliferation of cheap, effective drone warfare is fundamentally altering military doctrine and the cost-benefit analysis of conventional weapon systems.
Drones are increasingly forming the frontline in recent wars, but can these unmanned assets replace their traditional counterparts entirely?
The article provides a balanced overview of military technology trends without taking a political stance on specific conflicts.
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