More than 15 explosive drones launched by Lebanon's Hezbollah group detonated in Israel, mostly in military zones, as the Israeli army continues to grapple with growing drone attacks, according to a local media report.
Israel's Channel 12 said on Tuesday that the drones have become a growing source of concern for Israeli officials, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently describing them as a "major threat" and urging the military to find solutions.
The broadcaster said the Israeli army has turned to suppliers in several European countries to speed up deliveries of protective systems and equipment for troops in Lebanon and along the confrontation line near the Lebanese border.
To counter the threat, more than 250,000 square metres of protective netting have already been deployed, while the army has begun purchasing an additional 280,000 square metres, Channel 12 reported.
According to the broadcaster, the military's technology division is working on innovations to counter the drones, but security officials acknowledge that results on the ground remain insufficient and that no final solution has yet emerged.
Israeli violations
Israel sharply escalated attacks on Lebanon in recent hours following threats by Netanyahu to intensify strikes against Hezbollah and deliver what he described as "powerful blows" to the group.
Since March 2, Israel has been conducting an expanded assault on Lebanon, killing nearly 3,200 people, wounding over 9,600 and displacing over 1.6 million people, according to official figures.
The Israeli army has continued its daily violations of a US-mediated ceasefire that took effect on April 17 and was later extended into early July.
