US Military Laser Strike Takes Down CBP Drone Near Mexican Border
A recent incident has raised concerns about the safety of drones in the skies near the US-Mexico border. According to a report by Ars Technica [4], a US military laser strike took down a CBP drone near the Mexican border.
The incident occurred on February 26, 2026, and was confirmed by the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency. The CBP drone was reportedly operating in the area when it was struck by a laser beam, causing it to crash.
The US military has since apologized for the incident, stating that it was an accident and not intentional. However, the incident has raised concerns about the safety of drones in the area and the potential for similar incidents in the future.
The use of laser technology by the US military has been a topic of debate in recent years, with some arguing that it poses a risk to civilian aircraft and drones. The incident has sparked calls for greater transparency and accountability from the US military regarding its use of laser technology.
The CBP has stated that it is investigating the incident and will take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future. The US military has also promised to review its procedures for the use of laser technology and to take steps to prevent accidents.
The incident has also raised questions about the potential for similar incidents in the future. With the increasing use of drones in various industries, including law enforcement and military, the risk of accidents and incidents is a growing concern.
The use of laser technology by the US military has been a topic of debate in recent years, with some arguing that it poses a risk to civilian aircraft and drones. The incident has sparked calls for greater transparency and accountability from the US military regarding its use of laser technology.
The CBP has stated that it is investigating the incident and will take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future. The US military has also promised to review its procedures for the use of laser technology and to take steps to prevent accidents.
The incident has also raised questions about the potential for similar incidents in the future. With the increasing use of drones in various industries, including law enforcement and military, the risk of accidents and incidents is a growing concern.
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[4] Whoops: US military laser strike takes down CBP drone near Mexican border