21.03.2026 05:40
The U.S. military announced that the drone factory in Khomeini Shahr, located in Iran's Isfahan province, was struck, releasing images showing the condition of the factory before and after the attack.
The U.S. military continues its attacks on Iran. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that the drone factory in Khomeini Shahr, Isfahan province, Iran, was hit, releasing images showing the state of the factory before and after the attack.
"A MAJOR BLOW TO IRAN"
The statement reminded that the facility produces Iran's Shahed one-way attack drones, stating, "The photo dated March 3, 2026, shows the state of the facility before the U.S. attacks. The photo taken on March 12, 2026, shows the state of the facility after the intense attacks carried out by the U.S. with precision munitions. This is another major blow to Iran's defense industry base."
DRONES ARE VERY IMPORTANT FOR IRAN
For Iran, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) stand out as one of the most critical elements of military strategy. The Tehran administration, which has been under sanctions for many years, has turned to lower-cost but effective systems instead of expensive fighter jets and advanced air forces. At this point, UAVs have provided Iran with significant advantages in terms of ease of production and operational flexibility.
Thanks to the UAVs it has developed, Iran has gained long-range attack capabilities, allowing it to project power not only within its borders but also throughout the region. These vehicles can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and direct attack missions. In particular, kamikaze drones and swarm attacks form the basis of asymmetric warfare tactics that challenge air defense systems.
UAVs are also seen as a factor that enhances Iran's deterrent power. Their ability to be mass-produced at low cost allows for easy compensation of losses while providing the opportunity to exert constant pressure on the opposing side in a potential conflict. Additionally, claims that Iran has transferred this technology to allied groups and that it is used internationally are considered a factor that increases the country's regional influence. As a result, UAVs are not just a military tool for Iran; they stand out as a cornerstone of the domestic defense capacity developed despite sanctions, asymmetric warfare strategy, and the role in the regional power balance.
U.S.-ISRAEL ATTACKS ON IRAN
While negotiations continue between the Tehran and Washington administrations, Israel and the U.S. launched a military attack on Iran on February 28. Iran responded with attacks on targets it identified in several regional countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bahrain, where U.S. bases are located, in addition to Israel.
In the U.S.-Israel attacks, Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, along with many high-ranking officials, was killed. According to Iranian officials, the death toll from the U.S.-Israel attacks exceeded 1,348, and the number of injured surpassed 17,000.