Iran has built one of the most distinctive drone arsenals in the world, not by focusing on high-end technology but by producing cheap, scalable, and effective UAVs. From early reconnaissance drones developed during the Iran-Iraq War to today’s Shahed-131 and Shahed-136 loitering munitions, Iran has created a layered drone ecosystem that includes ISR platforms, reusable strike drones, experimental stealth UAVs, and long-range one-way attack drones used across multiple conflicts.
In this video, we break down the structure, doctrine, and global impact of Iran’s drone program, including its use by proxies and partners from the Middle East to Ukraine. We also examine how mass drone production, export networks, and recent strikes on Iranian facilities could shape the future of this drone ecosystem and its role in modern warfare.
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