Abstract
Over the last 12 months, drone strikes have shifted the trajectory of conflicts from Yemen and Libya, through to the Caucasus. By looking at the world’s most prolific drone powers, such as Iran and Turkey, it becomes clear that the new drone age has altered the rules of war.
An estimated 102 countries have military drone programs. Some governments embrace the power and prestige of drone technology to project national interests; others use drones to act in a deniable manner, pursuing political goals “by remote control.” And at least 57 armed groups around the globe are capable of deploying drones.
An estimated 102 countries have military drone programs. Some governments embrace the power and prestige of drone technology to project national interests; others use drones to act in a deniable manner, pursuing political goals “by remote control.” And at least 57 armed groups around the globe are capable of deploying drones.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 29. Jan 2021 |
| Publisher | The Washington Post |
| Publication status | Published - 29. Jan 2021 |
Keywords
- Drones
- War
- Security
- Turkey
- Iran
- Weapons
- Technology
- Great Powers
- China
- Medium Powers
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