Israel Intensifies Drone Defense Efforts After Deadly Hezbollah Strike

In response to recent drone attacks, Israel is rapidly advancing private sector collaborations to enhance its UAV interception capabilities.

Israel's Defense Ministry has launched a competition among eight companies to develop new technologies for intercepting drones.
The initiative follows a Hezbollah drone attack that killed four Israeli soldiers and injured seven at a military base near Haifa.
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant emphasized the urgency of countering the drone threat, which is supported by Iran and extends to multiple regions.
Israel's current defense systems, including the Iron Dome, face challenges in detecting low-flying, inexpensive drones.
Major defense firms like Elbit Systems, Rafael, and Israel Aerospace Industries are involved in the accelerated development process.