Are Hezbollah, Iran behind drone attack against Israel?

Israel announced that the drone shot down by its Defense Forces on Saturday nearly 20 minutes after hovering over the south of Hebron was "launched from Lebanese territory through the sea, upon an Iranian request executed by Hezbollah."     

According to the IDF, estimates showed that the plane was heading toward the nuclear reactor in Dimona to gather information.      

Initial reports state that Israel adhered to a policy of self-restraint as the drone flew over its territory, however later announced via Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that "Tel Aviv will use all means to defend its security by air, land and sea."       

Security and military officials consider that the arrival of this plane is part of a psychological war waged by Hezbollah and its Secretary General, to induce continuous threats against Israel.      

Preliminary investigations reveal the plane to be "very sophisticated, made in Iran, with a high capacity to gather information." Officials reportedly "undermine its danger," however the Air Force announced that its military maneuvers, entitled “The Week of Air Force” will include training on shooting down drones prior to their launch from "enemy states."          

Despite "national boasting" on the capacities of the Air Force, Israel's biggest fear remains the use of drones in the launching of intelligent missiles. This according to the IDF threatens target bases since their detection on radar is difficult, due to the planes ability to fly on lower altitudes.


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