Israeli study flags Ukraine-style drone threat from Hezbollah
Hezbollah's growing use of explosive drones could overwhelm Israel’s defence system unless it adopts fundamental changes to counter the threat, a study has warned.
Citing the findings of the study, conducted by the Reichman University's Institute for Counter-Terrorism Policy, Al Jazeera reported that small, low-cost drones have become one of the most serious threats facing Israeli forces and civilians.
It says their ability to fly at low altitude, operate in swarms and, in some cases, use fibre-optic guidance makes them difficult to detect, jam or intercept.
The study warns that Israel's existing air defence systems are "no longer sufficient". Researchers also point to lessons from the war in Ukraine, warning that technologies proven on that battlefield are likely to reach the Middle East within months.