Israeli military uses fishing nets to counter drones at bases
The Israel Defense Forces have begun hanging fishing nets in front of military bases and armored vehicles. The nets are intended to entangle incoming drones. The measure was developed after officials asked local fishermen for the equipment.
Israeli military personnel have started placing fishing nets around bases and tanks as a defense against drones. The nets are suspended in front of the sites so that small unmanned aircraft become caught in the mesh.
Officials described the step as an improvised countermeasure adopted in response to recent drone activity. The practice is now in use at multiple locations. No additional technical specifications or deployment numbers were provided.
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Additional military sites may receive the same netting protection.
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