Topic: Precision Bombing

2 chapters across the catalog

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Episode 1850 36:59 - 40:33

1850: Error Bars

Media Coverage Disparities, Sky News Analysis

An analysis using AI models suggests that legacy media outlets like CNN provide significantly more coverage to civilian deaths in Iran than to domestic ISIS-inspired attacks. The discussion posits that the low ratio of civilian casualties relative to the number of bombs dropped indicates a high level of military precision.

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Episode 1474 16:39 - 19:48

1474: Heart Dart

R9X Hellfire Missile, Knife Bomb Technology

The strike on Ayman al-Zawahiri reportedly utilized the R9X Hellfire missile, often referred to as the "knife bomb" for its use of deployable blades instead of explosives. This technology is designed to eliminate specific targets with minimal collateral damage, such as hitting a target on a balcony without destroying the building. The lack of released footage from the operation has fueled further public debate.