Dec. 3 (UPI) -- The U.S. military announced that it has launched a new task force to deploy various drone forces, and the first squadron of one-way-attack drones already has been formed in the Middle East.
U.S. Central Command on Wednesday launched Task Force Scorpion Strike, which is charged with designing and delivering low-cost drone capabilities for its area of responsibility, and already has formed a squadron of Low-cost Unmanned Combat Attack System (LUCAS) drones designed for autonomous kamikaze strikes.
"This new task force sets the conditions for using innovation as a deterrent," Admiral Brad Cooper said in a press release.
"Equipping our skilled warfighters faster with cutting-edge drone capabilities showcases U.S. military innovation and strength, which deters bad actors," said Cooper, who is commander of U.S. Central Command.
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