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Israel Online · Aug 29, 2026

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Report: Hamas Using Gaza Kites and Balloons to Test Israel’s Defenses According to N12, Shin Bet officials assess that Hamas is deliberately using kites and balloons launched from Gaza to gather intelligence on Israeli detection systems and IDF response patterns. The concern is that Hamas could use the information to prepare future drone and UAV attacks. Defense Minister Israel Katz has warned that Israel’s ultimatum has expired and that any further launches will be met with a powerful response. Israel onlines WhatsApp channel

*Report: Hamas Using Gaza Kites and Balloons to Test Israel’s Defenses* According to N12, Shin Bet officials assess that Hamas is deliberately using kites and balloons launched from Gaza to gather intelligence on Israeli detection systems and IDF response patterns. The concern is that Hamas could use the information to prepare future drone and UAV attacks. Defense Minister Israel Katz has warned that Israel’s ultimatum has expired and that any further launches will be met with a powerful response. Israel onlines WhatsApp channel https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6fsor6hENqpe0uKL3W

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