The US military has reportedly lost 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, accounting for 25% of its fleet, amid concerns over a dwindling arsenal during the ongoing war with Iran.

Each MQ-9 Reaper drone costs between $30 million and $50 million to produce.

The US Air Force has lost 24 to 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones in the Iran conflict, over 25% of its fleet, with no way to replace them after production