An analysis published on a security-focused the source suggests that Iran's Arash-2 kamikaze drones and Paveh subsonic cruise missiles may incorporate an optoelectronic targeting system, which could significantly improve accuracy. The origins of the technology remain unclear, according to the report.
The analysis, attributed to the source focused on security, examines potential enhancements to Iran's unmanned aerial and cruise missile systems. The systems discussed—the Arash-2 one-way attack drone and the Paveh subsonic cruise missile—have been used in previous operations against US and allied targets in the region, as The Zioneer has reported in recent weeks.
The claim about an optoelectronic targeting system, which could improve accuracy for both platforms, could not be independently verified. The exact origins of the technology remain unclear, according to the report.
The Arash-2 has been featured in Iranian military footage of drone launches targeting US assets in Bahrain and the Gulf, while the Paveh is a long-range cruise missile that has been part of Iran's strike capabilities.
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