IDF downs small quadcopter drone flown by Hamas near Gaza border
Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent
A drone belonging to the Hamas terror group is seen after being downed by troops on the border with the Gaza Strip, on October 11, 2022. (Israel Defense Forces)
The Israel Defense Forces says troops downed a small quadcopter drone launched by the Hamas terror group over the northern Gaza Strip earlier today.
According to the IDF, the small off-the-shelf device was monitored during its flight and did not cross Israel’s barrier with the coastal enclave. It was brought down while near the border fence.
The IDF does not specify how it was brought down; however, it is believed to have been done using electronic warfare means.
The drone was taken by the military for further inspection, the IDF adds.
