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Pentagon leaders got an unusual question about Iran and 'kamikaze dolphins.' Here's how the US military uses these animals.

A "kamikaze dolphins" question surfaced at a Pentagon briefing. The US has long used dolphins for mine detection and harbor defense.

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Pentagon leaders got an unusual question about Iran and 'kamikaze dolphins.' Here's how the US military uses these animals.A "kamikaze dolphins" question surfaced at a Pentagon briefing. The US has long used dolphins for mine detection and harbor defense.
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