US used Anthropic AI in strikes against Iran: Report
2026-03-02
Rediff.com India Ltd.
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During Operation Epic Fury, the US military used Anthropic's AI services, including Claude tools, alongside B-2 bombers and drones in strikes against Iranian military infrastructure. The AI's specific role is unclear, but its deployment contributed to lethal operations causing significant harm in Iran.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The article explicitly states that Anthropic's AI tools were used by the US military in strikes that caused deaths and destruction in Iran. The harm is direct and significant, involving loss of life and damage to property and communities. The AI system's involvement in the military operation that led to these harms qualifies this as an AI Incident. The lack of detail on how the AI was used does not negate the fact that its use was part of an operation causing harm. Therefore, this event meets the criteria for an AI Incident.[AI generated]