Israel to Ban Drones Controlled via Fiber Optics and Mobile Networks
Translated & summarized from Channel 9 by baba
Israel's Minister of Defense Israel Katz will ban drones controlled by fiber optic cable or mobile networks for six months, starting October 18. The decision aims to prevent terror attacks, espionage, and smuggling, citing specific intelligence. The ban includes exceptions for security forces and pre-approved drones, with a commission to review further requests. This measure is part of a wider effort to counter drone threats.
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- Israel will ban drones controlled via fiber optics or mobile networks for six months.
- The ban aims to counter terror attacks, espionage, and smuggling threats.
- Minister of Defense Israel Katz is set to sign the special order on Sunday, October 18.
- Fiber optic drones are a particular concern due to their resistance to jamming.
- Hezbollah has previously used similar drones against Israel.
- Exceptions will be made for security forces and already approved drones.
Israel's Minister of Defense, Israel Katz, is set to implement a temporary ban on drones operated via fiber optic cables or mobile networks within Israeli airspace. The measure, slated for signing on Sunday, October 18, and effective for six months, aims to counter escalating threats of terrorist attacks, assassination attempts on high-ranking officials, espionage, and smuggling.
The decision stems from specific intelligence and growing concerns about threats from adversaries both within and outside Israel. The Ministry of Defense highlighted that such drones could be utilized for attacks, intelligence gathering, contraband smuggling, and by criminal organizations.
The prohibition specifically targets drones controlled through fiber optic cables, which are resistant to conventional electronic jamming, and those using SIM cards in commercial mobile networks. Drones controlled via fiber optics are considered particularly dangerous due to their immunity to radio signal disruption, a tactic previously employed by Hezbollah against Israel.
Exceptions to the ban will be made for security forces and for drones already approved by the Israel Civil Aviation Authority before the ban takes effect. A special commission will be established to review requests for further exceptions.
The directive was approved by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister of Defense Israel Katz during a meeting of the political-security cabinet, following discussions with the National Security Council and other security agencies. This ban is part of a broader strategy to combat drone threats, with authorities also considering import restrictions and additional regulatory measures.
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