The US military confirms the use of “advanced AI tools” in the war against Iran

The US military confirms the use of “advanced AI tools” in the war against Iran

By Al Jazeera Staff
Publication Date: 2026-03-11 15:31:00

Admiral Brad Cooper says artificial intelligence helps with data processing, but humans make the final decisions.

The US military has confirmed it is using a “variety” of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the war with Iran, as concerns grow over the increasing number of civilian casualties in the conflict.

Brad Cooper, head of the US Central Command (CENTCOM), said on Wednesday that AI is helping US soldiers process huge amounts of data.

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“Our warfighters use a variety of advanced AI tools. These systems help us sift through massive amounts of data in seconds, allowing our leaders to cut through the noise and make smarter decisions faster than the enemy can react,” Cooper said in a video message.

“Man will always make the final decision about what to shoot and what not to shoot and when…”