Terrible Rules of Engagement Put US Warships at Increased Risk

Terrible Rules of Engagement Put US Warships at Increased Risk
A locator map for the Persian Gulf and its surrounding countries. AP Photo
Mike Fredenburg
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The most recent mock attack and harassment of U.S. warships had them being swarmed by dozens of Iranian drones and speedboats as they transited the Strait of Hormuz. This highlights just how vulnerable U.S. ships are while operating in Iran’s backyard, even as tensions rise over U.S. seizures of Iranian ships and Iran retaliates by seizing ships.
Mike Fredenburg
Mike Fredenburg
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Mike Fredenburg writes on military technology and defense matters with an emphasis on defense reform. He holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and master's degree in production operations management.
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