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Israeli Apache Helicopter Downs Hezbollah Drone Over Ramat Hagolan This Morning

Aug 25, 2024, 05:18 PM

An Israeli AH-64 Apache attack helicopter successfully intercepted a Hezbollah drone over Northern Israel this morning. The interception took place over the Ramat Hagolan area, with the drone being downed using guns. The drone, identified as a kamikaze UAV, was flying low at sea level to evade air defense systems. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have tasked helicopter units with neutralizing such threats, demonstrating their capability to counter low-flying drones. Footage of the interception was captured by an Israeli combat helicopter.