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AfghanistanTaliban's Acquisition and Use of Drones
The Afghan Taliban is reportedly acquiring drones from various sources, including commercial platforms and locally modified equipment, making the technology more accessible.
Background
The Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan in August 2021 has led to ongoing international concerns regarding governance, human rights, and regional stability. The group faces internal and external challenges, including economic hardship and border tensions with neighboring countries. The acquisition of new technologies by the Taliban is a development within this complex environment.
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Taliban's Drone Procurement and Use
First report 19h agoLast update 19h agoThe Taliban's ability to procure drones from diverse sources, including commercial and modified systems, is noted as making the technology more widespread and difficult to regulate.
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