IDF sends fishing nets to southern Lebanon troops to trap drones
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Updated · Ynetnews · May 10
IDF sends fishing nets to southern Lebanon troops to trap drones
6 articles · Updated · Ynetnews · May 10
The move follows Hezbollah footage claiming FPV drones hit an Iron Dome battery on Thursday and Friday, as Israel said it struck 70 Hezbollah targets in the past 24 hours.
The army said the improvised nets complement gunfire, detection and warning systems against explosive drones, which officials called one of the hardest threats facing forces operating across the border.
Despite a formal ceasefire framework, Israel says operations in southern Lebanon continue without restriction, while Hezbollah still launches rockets, anti-tank missiles and more than 10 drones or UAVs on an average day.
Amidst a 'ceasefire,' Israel has killed over 220 militants. What is the endgame of this undeclared escalation?
With a high-tech army using fishing nets, has cheap drone warfare permanently upended the modern battlefield?
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Hezbollah’s 100 Fiber-Optic FPV Drones: The IDF’s Struggle Against a Game-Changing Threat in Northern Israel
Overview
In May 2026, Hezbollah’s persistent drone, rocket, and anti-tank missile attacks created a crisis for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and northern Israeli communities, leading to widespread frustration. The sustained threat from explosive-laden drones forced the IDF to quickly adopt improvised and stopgap measures. By equipping some forces with advanced optical sights and emphasizing constant skyward vigilance, the IDF aimed to improve its ability to counter drones. Rigorous defensive training, including exercises to help soldiers avoid being targeted, became a priority. These urgent actions highlight the IDF’s reactive approach to a rapidly evolving and dangerous threat.