US and Iran Lead Global Military Drone Exports from 2022 to 2025
Between 2022 and 2025, the United States and Iran were the largest exporters of military drones, accounting for approximately 85% of global shipments, according to SIPRI data. The US exported 7,593 drones, mainly to Ukraine and Taiwan, while Iran shipped 6,800 drones, primarily Shahed-136 models supplied to Russia. Other notable exporters included Germany, Poland, and Turkey. The data covers drones weighing at least 150 kilograms, focusing on one-way attack drones and loitering munitions, excluding most commercial drones.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 50/100.
Outlets measured: firstpost, wion. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
wion broke this story on 8 Oct, 04:23 am. Other outlets followed.
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