# Mosquito Fleet

The Sting of the Swarm: Iran’s ‘Mosquito Fleet’ and the Future of Maritime Asymmetry

Iran's development of a 'Mosquito Fleet'—comprising numerous high-speed, small attack craft—represents a sophisticated asymmetric threat to US naval dominance in the Persian Gulf. By utilizing swarm tactics and low-cost platforms, Tehran seeks to overwhelm high-tech defenses and maintain strategic control over the Strait of Hormuz.