How drones have added a new dynamic to conflicts

Drones have become the means of the first choice in modern warfare and are used by state and non-state actors.

Unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have become an integral part of international conflicts in recent years. However, the increase in use and a correlating enhancement of accessibility has added a new dynamic and volatility to modern warfare.

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The drone market has grown accordingly. In 2019, it was worth $10.53 billion. By 2027, the market is forecast to reach $23.78 billion, a figure hardly surprising given that about 30,000 military drones are already in use.

“Several countries are investing massively in counter-drone capabilities, to cancel or at least significantly degrade such risks”.

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