Israel's Elbit developing hardware to combat Hezbollah drones, CEO says
Israel's Elbit Systems is developing new hardware to counter Hezbollah's explosive drones, which have posed a significant threat to Israeli troops. The company's CEO mentioned the potential use of laser-based defense systems as part of their strategy. This development comes amid rising demand for Israeli military technology in various regions, including Europe and the U.S.
- ▪Elbit Systems is working with the Israeli defense ministry to create solutions against Hezbollah's kamikaze drones.
- ▪Hezbollah has effectively used these drones to attack Israeli troops in southern Lebanon since a recent truce.
- ▪The Israeli defense industry is experiencing increased demand for military technology, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict.
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Israel's Elbit developing hardware to combat Hezbollah drones, CEO saysSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxFILE PHOTO: Bezhalel Machlis, President and CEO of Elbit Systems, one of Israel's largest defence contractors speaks during Elbit's annual investor conference in Tel Aviv, Israel March 26, 2024. REUTERS/Carlos Garcia Rawlins/File PhotoPublished May 26, 2026, 11:54 PMUpdated May 26, 2026, 11:54 PMJERUSALEM, May 26 - Israel's largest defence contractor is developing hardware to combat explosive Hezbollah drones that have killed Israeli troops in southern Lebanon, including through the potential use of laser-based defence systems, its CEO told Reuters on Tuesday.Iran-backed Hezbollah has used the cheap, easy-to-assemble kamikaze drones to attack Israeli troops which…
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