The National Security Institute (NSI) hosted a public panel discussion on how emerging technologies are shaping the conduct of modern warfare.

“Behind the Strikes: Technology, Targeting, and the Iran Conflict” examined how drones, cyber capabilities, AI-enabled intelligence systems, and advanced targeting networks were deployed during Operation Epic Fury and what these developments reveal about the evolving character of conflict. As modern militaries increasingly integrate advanced technologies into operational planning and execution, these capabilities are changing the speed, precision, and coordination of military action.

This discussion explored how these technologies are being used in real-world operations, the limitations and vulnerabilities they present, and what lessons policymakers should draw for future conflicts. Panelists considered the role of intelligence integration, cyber operations, and technologically enabled targeting in contemporary warfare, as well as the broader implications for U.S. national security and defense policy.