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U.S. diplomat urges Taiwan to build a drone “hornet’s nest”
Filed: Jul 02, 2026 at 5:06 AM ET
Summary: A U.S. diplomat says Taiwan should deter conflict by building a large drone force.
WHO: U.S. diplomat
WHAT: Said Taiwan needs a “hornet’s nest” of drones to deter conflict and backed Taiwan’s military modernization plan and increased defense spending.
WHEN: Jul 02, 2026 at 2:38 AM ET
WHERE: Taiwan
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
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