A US Army AH-64 Apache helicopter worth $25 million was downed near the Strait of Hormuz after being struck by an Iranian Shahed drone costing around $35,000. Military investigators are determining whether the strike was intentional or accidental, as these drones typically target stationary objects using GPS guidance. The incident highlights the asymmetric warfare capabilities of low-cost drones against expensive military hardware.
Background
Iran has been deploying Shahed drones extensively in the Gulf region since February 2026, primarily targeting stationary infrastructure and commercial vessels. These drones typically use GPS guidance for fixed targets, raising questions about the sophistication of this particular attack.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Jun 11, 2026 at 01:04 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10