Israel’s Unconventional Arsenal: How the IDF is Using Drones and Loudspeakers to Flush Out Hezbollah Fighters

The Israeli military is deploying an unusual combination of weaponry to dislodge Hezbollah militants from underground tunnel networks in northern Israel. Following the destruction of tunnels along the Beaufort Ridge, the IDF is now using armed drones and high-powered loudspeakers in an effort to break the morale of dozens of Hezbollah operatives believed to be hiding in tunnels beneath Ali Tahir Ridge.

The strategy represents a shift in tactics as Israeli forces attempt to force the militants to surrender rather than engage in direct combat within the underground systems. The loudspeakers are being used to broadcast messages designed to demoralise the trapped fighters, while drone operations continue overhead to monitor movement and prevent any potential escape attempts.

This approach highlights the challenges faced by the IDF in rooting out well-entrenched militant positions. The tunnel networks, which Hezbollah has constructed over many years, provide significant defensive advantages and have forced Israeli commanders to develop innovative solutions beyond traditional military assault. The operation underscores the complex nature of the conflict along Israel’s northern border, where Hezbollah has maintained a significant military presence for decades.

Source: Maariv — Original article in Hebrew.