What are Harop drones? Weapon used by India to target Pakistan air defence systems
Thursday, 8 May 2025 Indian armed forces deployed Israeli-origin Harop drones in 'Operation Sindoor,' targeting and neutralizing Pakistan's air defense systems, including a key installation in Lahore. This action retaliates for the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians. Harop drones, known for their precision and radar-seeking capabilities, can independently identify and destroy high-value targets.
IndiaN Armed Forces say that the Drones fired by Pakistan into Indian territory with the dual objective of testing India’s Air Defence Systems and gathering sensitive intel. Pakistan made attempts at targetting civilians by launching drone attacks at 36 locations from Leh to Sir Creek....
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Al-Qassam Brigades have reportedly destroyed one of Israel's most advanced and expensive tanks — the Merkava-4, worth $10 million — in a major battlefield blow. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), known for their technological superiority, suffered the loss as the tank’s “invincible” armor was penetrated during intense ground clashes. The attack raises questions about the vulnerability of even Israel’s most elite military hardware amid escalating hostilities.
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Syrian government officials and Druze leaders agree ceasefire after Israeli strikes
Earlier on Wednesday, Israeli forces struck the Syrian General Staff compound in Damascus, citing concerns over violence against the Druze minority. Two civilians were injured in the airstrike.
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Tensions between Israel and Syria have reached a boiling point. The Syrian Army has reportedly withdrawn from the key Druze city of Sweida following relentless Israeli airstrikes. Damascus lies in ruins as Israeli forces target key Syrian military installations, citing threats from HTS-aligned units and a need to protect the Druze population. With dozens feared dead and infrastructure devastated, the region is on the brink of a wider war. Is this the beginning of a new Middle East conflict? Stay tuned for live updates on the escalating Israel-Syria war.
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Yemen's Houthi rebels (Ansarallah) have claimed responsibility for launching another significant missile attack toward southern Israel, triggering massive panic and sounding major air-raid sirens across the region. The group stated the attack was carried out in "solidarity with the people of Gaza." The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the launch and announced that its air defence systems were activated, successfully intercepting the inbound missile before it could hit its target.
This latest strike is part of a sustained campaign by the Houthis, who have vowed that such attacks will continue until Israel ends its military offensive and blockade of the Gaza Strip. According to reports, Ansarallah has fired over 50 missiles and drones toward Israel since the conflict resumed, frequently targeting critical infrastructure like the Ben Gurion Airport in previous attempts. This raises the critical question: Is Israel now fighting a three-front war, facing threats from Gaza, the north, and now consistently from Yemen?
The attack comes amidst a volatile situation in the wider region. Israel has recently intensified its own strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen in response to their persistent attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea. In a major act of retaliation, the Houthis recently sank the UK-registered Magic Sea ship, a move that dealt a significant blow to global trade and maritime security. This video breaks down the latest missile attack, the successful Israeli interception, and the escalating cycle of violence that is pushing the Middle East to the brink.
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