reconnaissance

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Bases in Europe house critical U.S. intelligence and reconnaissance capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Two Iranian men have been charged with an offence under the National Security Act after an investigation into alleged reconnaissance of Jewish targets on behalf of Iran.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The technology starts with ship and mine identification, using an array of aerial and space-based reconnaissance technology provided by a host of companies, including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and SpaceX.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

The U.S. military is deploying advanced technology, including autonomous drones and reconnaissance, from companies like Boeing and RTX to counter sea mines.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

We have made a preliminary reconnaissance and have encountered some of the inhabitants.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan