Although there has been no official confirmation, analysts have pointed to credible reports saying Ahmed’s government has reached out in recent months to manufacturers of cheap and efficient armed drones hoping that air power will turn the tide in its way. The government has also reportedly reached out to Turkey and requested a number of Bayraktar TB2 drones. Armed drones, a one-stop shopDrones, or UAVs, bring several desirable capabilities together in one neat package. Once a target has been identified, it can be destroyed on the spot by the guided munitions carried by the drones. The United States, unwilling to share advanced technology, has been sidelined by regional competitors that manufacture armed drones that, while not as efficient, are still able to turn the tide, becoming decisive weapons in any modern conflict.

Source: Ethiopian News December 10, 2021 09:39 UTC