SOUTHCOM's New Autonomous Warfare Command Signals Shift in Hemisphere Strategy (warontherocks.com)

• SOUTHCOM establishes dedicated Autonomous Warfare Command.
• Focus on strategic use of drones against cartel networks.
• Aims to enhance allied cooperation in the hemisphere.

"U.S. Southern Command has established an Autonomous Warfare Command to integrate drones and autonomous systems strategically against designated terrorist cartel networks. Gen. Frank Donovan explains the command aims to move beyond tactical experimentation, strengthening allied cooperation and providing new capabilities to see, decide, and act across the Western Hemisphere."