M.Krishnamoorthy
A media coach, adjunct professor and author
How did Israel manage to destroy Iranian drones launched from four countries?
Israeli intelligence 'jammed GPS signals to confuse the attacker, and the Israel Defense Forces claimed to have intercepted '99% of Iran's drones and missiles'.
The Times of India (15th April 2024) reported that Israeli defence and intelligence forces successfully thwarted an attack by a swarm of Iranian drones and missiles by jamming GPS signals, according to reports.
“The interference disrupted the guidance systems of Iranian weapons aimed at Israeli targets, averting potential harm and demonstrating Israel's technological prowess in countering regional threats. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) deployed sophisticated jamming technology to neutralise the GPS capabilities of Iranian drones and missiles, preventing them from accurately reaching their intended destinations. The strategic manoeuvre was a proactive measure to safeguard Israeli territory and populations from potential attacks orchestrated by Iran,” a Daily Mail report said.
Speaking on the operation, an IDF spokesperson affirmed the effectiveness of the GPS jamming technique, saying, “Israeli intelligence was able to identify and neutralise the imminent threat posed by Iranian drones and missiles through precise jamming of their GPS signals.” The spokesperson emphasised Israel's commitment to defending its sovereignty and ensuring the safety of its citizens against hostile actions.
Iran launched the assault in retaliation for what it believes was an Israeli attack on its embassy compound in Syria on April 1, which resulted in the deaths of top Revolutionary Guards commanders. This incident was part of ongoing tensions fueled by the war in Gaza and conflicts with Iran's allies in the region.
Despite the launch of over 300 missiles and drones targeting Israel, the damage was relatively minor. Israel's Iron Dome defence system intercepted most of these, with additional support from the US, Britain, France, and Jordan.
The most significant injury reported in Israel was to a 7-year-old child who suffered from shrapnel wounds.
But, how far escalation can be avoided remains in question. President Joe Biden has told Israel the United States will not join any Israeli retaliation, a US official said.
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Freelance Writer M. Krishnamoorthy (www.imkrishna.net) is a media coach, adjunct professor and undercover journalist. He has freelanced with Bernama, NST, The Star, and Malaysiakini. He also freelances as a fixer/coordinator for CNN, BBC, German and Australian Television networks and the New York Times. As an undercover journalist, he has highlighted society's concerns.
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