Who Needs Tanks In the Age of Drones?
Ukrainian drones have been effective in destroying Russian tanks, making traditional armored vehicles seem obsolete. Despite this, major weapons manufacturers like Rheinmetall continue to produce and sell tanks, highlighting a potential disconnect between military technology and modern warfare.
Ukrainian drones have changed the face of warfare. They can cause significant damage to military vehicles worth millions for just a few hundred dollars. Major weapons manufacturers like Rheinmetall continue to produce tanks despite their vulnerability to drones. The company's CEO, Armin Papperger, downplayed the impact of drones on the industry. Rheinmetall has not developed countermeasures to protect its tanks from drone strikes. The use of cheap drones has been effective in the Ukraine-Russia conflict and the US war with Iran. This raises questions about the preparedness of countries like Germany and NATO for future wars.
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