Hezbollah's fibre-optic drones pose new challenge for Israel
Author: Henry OduahPublished on: May 2, 2026Country: Israel
PoliticsTechnology

Hezbollah's fibre-optic drones, viewed as cheap and accessible threats, complicate Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon. In less than a week, two Israeli soldiers and one civilian contractor were killed in explosive drone attacks, despite a ceasefire in place since mid-April. These drones, piloted via a cable rather than GPS, evade electronic detection, leaving Israeli forces vulnerable.
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