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Tanks remain essential for controlling territory in war
Filed: Jul 04, 2026 at 7:06 PM ET
Summary: The article argues that drones and precision weapons cannot replace tanks and ground forces for controlling territory.
WHO: Saurabh Trivedi
WHAT: Analysis explaining why tanks and ground forces remain indispensable despite drones and precision-guided weapons.
WHEN: Jul 04, 2026 at 2:09 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Drones, missiles, air power, and cyber warfare can damage assets but cannot occupy territory, enforce surrender, or establish political control.
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