US military says it used drone boats on Iranian targets in first-of-its-kind attack
- Posted on July 14, 2026
- By The Independent
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The United States military has deployed unmanned surface vessels in combat for the first time, targeting Iranian naval infrastructure at Bandar Abbas Naval Base. Three Corsair drone boats struck a submarine maintenance facility and docking area in a groundbreaking operation that demonstrates evolving autonomous warfare tactics. This strategic action reflects shifting military capabilities in maritime operations and represents a significant escalation in technological deployment against Iranian military assets.
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US military says it used drone boats on Iranian targets in first-of-its-kind attack
US Central Command says it used drone ships to hit an Iranian ship maintenance facility and submarine in a first-of-its-kind attack. “Three Corsair unmanned surface vessels hit the port at Bandar Abbas Naval Base, marking the first time American forces have employed sea drones in combat operations,” officials said on social media on Monday (13 July). The post featured a video of the drone boats approaching a dock with a submarine on top, followed by aerial footage of the explosion. The strike comes despite the Trump administration’s claim that it has destroyed Iran’s navy.
