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Old 15th Mar 2023, 22:36
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Originally Posted by uxb99
Terrified is not the appropriate term to use here. Neither the USA nor Russia is `terrified` of war with each other. It would be more appropriate in my opinion to say both countries, but certainly the USA, are `respectful` of each others capabilities and aware of the ramifications of a war.
I would not commit US forces to "defend a drone", it's hardly a defense of freedom and democracy, hardly worth a single American life, let alone starting an armed conflict over.

On the other hand, if an effective means of defense can be fitted to the drone, I'd be for making MIG pilots think twice.
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