Use of Unmanned Aerial Drones in Warfare Drones have become an important asset to the US military in recent years through their use for information gathering and their hunter-killer abilities. In recent years, drones have sparked much heated debate over whether their use harms more civilians than terrorists, or over the legality of their use abroad. But with advances in surveillance technology in recent years, drones have become a major asset, completely revolutionizing modern warfare while also being one of the least expensive programs to maintain. Although drones cause great bitterness in the Middle East, their use today in modern warfare cannot be matched and must be continued. In recent years, military drones have been criticized for targeting potential noncombatants under Obama's "signature" policy. strikes”. Under this policy, anyone under surveillance can be targeted if they exhibit certain behaviors consistent with the profile of a terrorist. Drone strikes are estimated to be responsible for around 4,000 deaths in localized strikes in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Yemen and Somalia. Many of these deaths were reported as non-militant; it is estimated that around 15% of those who die in drone strikes are civilians. But with recent advances in surveillance technology, drones are now equipped with sensors and monitors that make targeting of militants more precise, reducing collateral damage. The MQ-9 Reaper drone is one of the flagship drones in the Americas, equipped with cameras capable of reading a license plate from 3 km away. The selection process has also undergone reform in recent years, requiring a target to meet 5 criteria which significantly reduce accidental targeting of non-combatants. ...... middle of paper ......lt to be detected on radars allowing them to monitor a large area without detection. The reaper can observe an area of ​​2 x 2 square miles using a high-power camera and can survey more than 40,000 square miles in a day. These capabilities are what make drones such an important asset to the U.S. military. In recent years, drones have become a vital part of the U.S. military and their use is increasing with demand. While many may disapprove of the use of drones in foreign conflicts, the benefits we gain from them are far greater. Through their continued use, we save many American lives, both civilian and military, by protecting citizens from terrorist organizations and keeping our troops out of harm's way, while also providing an economically secure solution. Ultimately, drones are America's silent guardians who spend hours protecting the national security of the Americas..