Hamas likely possesses, uses FPV drones similar to Hezbollah, IDF Southern Command officer says
Hamas is believed to have and utilize FPV drones akin to those used by Hezbollah, according to an IDF Southern Command officer. Despite ongoing efforts since October 7 to address this threat, the Israeli army acknowledges that a comprehensive solution for intercepting these fiber-optic drones has not yet been achieved. The situation remains a significant concern for Israeli defense forces.
- ▪Hamas likely possesses FPV drones similar to those used by Hezbollah.
- ▪The IDF admits there is no complete solution for intercepting these drones.
- ▪Efforts to counter the threat have been ongoing since October 7.
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Hamas likely possesses, uses FPV drones similar to Hezbollah, IDF Southern Command officer saysThe army admitted that despite the time since October 7 and multiple efforts in Israel and abroad to counter the threat, there is still no complete solution for intercepting fiber-optic drones.Follow us on GoogleA Hamas terrorist stands guard during the release of Israeli hostages, February 1, 2025; illustrative.(photo credit: Saeed Jaras/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)
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