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An article reveals the use of the American MQ-9 Reaper drones in the context of Iran's conflict, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, where they have been heavily employed as part of the United States' efforts to achieve technological superiority in the region. Despite their high cost, ranging between 30 and 50 million dollars per drone, the U.S. has lost approximately 25% of its fleet of these aircraft, which amounts to about 46 out of 185, due to their vulnerability to being easily targeted. This vulnerability stems from the drones' slow speed and low altitude flight, making them easier for Iranian forces and their proxies to shoot down. Additionally, these aircraft face technical issues; some of the losses are believed to result from communication failures rather than direct hits. In light of these losses, the U.S. Department of Defense is working to replace the Reaper fleet with cheaper, more capable surveillance aircraft that can carry armed attacks and engage multiple targets simultaneously. However, ongoing depletion of critical munitions stocks is affecting military options and increasing financial pressures on the American budget in the face of escalating tensions with Iran.
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