According to Nikkei, Japan's Ministry of Defense released its analysis of combat tactics employed in the US-Israel-Iran conflict since late February on September 4th, indicating that Iran is using drones for "new types of combat" and utilizing geographical features such as mountains in its operations. Japan plans to revise three security-related documents by 2026. The Ministry of Defense stated that, based on its analysis of military conflicts in the Middle East, strengthening defense capabilities using drones is indispensable. It also emphasized the importance of utilizing the surrounding ocean's geographical features for traditional combat tactics. In this analysis, the Ministry of Defense advocated for the ability to manufacture sufficient missiles in peacetime and to rapidly expand production in the event of a conflict. It stressed the importance of cooperating with allies and partners to strengthen production bases and supply chains, establishing relationships that ensure support in the event of a crisis.
