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MQ-9B

The MQ-9B is a large, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for surveillance, reconnaissance, and strike missions. It is a military-grade drone capable of carrying a variety of sensors and weapons.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to significant new orders from the U.S. Coast Guard and Taiwan, highlighting its growing role in modern defense and security operations.

Latest on MQ-9B

  • Coast Guard places $248 million order for first MQ-9B drones
  • Taiwan tests US-made MQ-9B drones to counter PLA ‘grey-zone’ operations
  • MQ-9B and Gambit Series: Advancing European Defense Capabilities

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