US Loses at Least 45 MQ-9 Reaper Drones in Conflict with Iran

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Washington Post, citing three U.S. officials, reported that the American military has lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones amid its conflict with Iran. This figure accounts for approximately one-quarter of the drone fleet. The estimated value of the damages incurred by these drones is projected to be over $1.3 billion.

The Washington Post further indicated that the U.S. Department of Defense (Pentagon) is moving towards a gradual phasing out of the MQ-9 Reaper drones. The military plans to replace them with more affordable armed drones for reconnaissance and surveillance missions.