Hezbollah's use of fibre-optic drones has introduced significant operational challenges for the Israeli military in southern Lebanon, particularly following recent drone attacks that resulted in the deaths of two Israeli soldiers and a civilian contractor. These drones, described as small and inexpensive, are controlled via fibre-optic cables, making them difficult to detect by conventional electronic warfare systems. Orna Mizrahi, a researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies, noted that the Israeli military is unprepared for such low-tech explosives. The cost of these drones ranges from a few hundred to approximately $4,000, allowing Hezbollah to exploit vulnerabilities in Israel's technologically superior military. In response, Israel has begun implementing protective measures and is developing operational responses to counter the evolving threat. Hezbollah has also reinforced its presence in southern Lebanon, indicating a preparedness for prolonged conflict, despite a ceasefire established in mid-April.