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Israeli Defense Officials Warn Explosive Drone Threat Could Spread to West Bank
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By מאיר שלם
First reported by N12 · Jul 26, 2026
What happened
Israeli security officials warn that the use of explosive drones, proven in Lebanon, may soon threaten the West Bank. They are studying combat tactics from Ukraine to develop countermeasures against this emerging threat.
- 01Explosive drones used by Hezbollah in Lebanon now pose a threat to the West Bank.
- 02Israeli security officials confirm the threat will likely spread to Judea and Samaria.
- 03The defense establishment studies Russia-Ukraine war tactics to prepare countermeasures.
- 04Drones are simple, internet-purchased devices modified with fiber optics for attacks.
- 05Efforts focus on developing scalable defenses against single and mass drone attacks.
- 06The threat is deemed significant, prompting urgent development of effective responses.
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