Avihai Stollar
@stollar.bsky.social
Military & Human rights researcher | @BtSIsrael | Arms specialist | PhD student @ces_uc
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A Knesset report shows increased military weapon provisions—including machine guns and grenade launchers—to settlement security teams since October 7. Meanwhile,settlement security officers have been documented participating in attacks on Palestinians.
A Knesset report shows increased military weapon provisions—including machine guns and grenade launchers—to settlement security teams since October 7. Meanwhile,settlement security officers have been documented participating in attacks on Palestinians.
May 12, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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A Knesset report shows increased military weapon provisions—including machine guns and grenade launchers—to settlement security teams since October 7. Meanwhile,settlement security officers have been documented participating in attacks on Palestinians.
A Knesset report shows increased military weapon provisions—including machine guns and grenade launchers—to settlement security teams since October 7. Meanwhile,settlement security officers have been documented participating in attacks on Palestinians.
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The Head of the Council, Yossi Dagan, stated: "Our duty is to be strong and to be an iron fist in order to defeat our barbaric enemies."
The unprecedented provision of the rifles—effective at a range of 800 meters—to civilian settler teams marks an alarming development.
The Head of the Council, Yossi Dagan, stated: "Our duty is to be strong and to be an iron fist in order to defeat our barbaric enemies."
The unprecedented provision of the rifles—effective at a range of 800 meters—to civilian settler teams marks an alarming development.
May 12, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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The Head of the Council, Yossi Dagan, stated: "Our duty is to be strong and to be an iron fist in order to defeat our barbaric enemies."
The unprecedented provision of the rifles—effective at a range of 800 meters—to civilian settler teams marks an alarming development.
The Head of the Council, Yossi Dagan, stated: "Our duty is to be strong and to be an iron fist in order to defeat our barbaric enemies."
The unprecedented provision of the rifles—effective at a range of 800 meters—to civilian settler teams marks an alarming development.
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The Shomron Regional Settlers Council announced the purchase of @SilvershadowAdv Gilboa DMR rifles at a cost of one million NIS, with the help of donations collected in America, Europe, and other countries. The rifles will be used by the settlements' first-response teams.
The Shomron Regional Settlers Council announced the purchase of @SilvershadowAdv Gilboa DMR rifles at a cost of one million NIS, with the help of donations collected in America, Europe, and other countries. The rifles will be used by the settlements' first-response teams.
May 12, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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The Shomron Regional Settlers Council announced the purchase of @SilvershadowAdv Gilboa DMR rifles at a cost of one million NIS, with the help of donations collected in America, Europe, and other countries. The rifles will be used by the settlements' first-response teams.
The Shomron Regional Settlers Council announced the purchase of @SilvershadowAdv Gilboa DMR rifles at a cost of one million NIS, with the help of donations collected in America, Europe, and other countries. The rifles will be used by the settlements' first-response teams.
Photos emerging from Gaza over the past week reveal the increasing use of the Israeli-made loitering munition SkyStriker, produced by @ElbitSystemsLtd. In two separate incidents this week, the suicide drone was reportedly used to target tents west of Khan Yunis.
April 22, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Photos emerging from Gaza over the past week reveal the increasing use of the Israeli-made loitering munition SkyStriker, produced by @ElbitSystemsLtd. In two separate incidents this week, the suicide drone was reportedly used to target tents west of Khan Yunis.
A tweet by the Lebanese Army detailing a raid on a Hezbollah weapons cache in the Sidon area appears to show Iranian-made 107mm Haseb (Fajr-1) rockets — a copy of the Chinese Type 63 rockets.
April 20, 2025 at 10:11 AM
A tweet by the Lebanese Army detailing a raid on a Hezbollah weapons cache in the Sidon area appears to show Iranian-made 107mm Haseb (Fajr-1) rockets — a copy of the Chinese Type 63 rockets.
A photo published on Haaretz shows what appears to be a .50 caliber armor-piercing BMG bullet, reportedly extracted from an injured person in Deir al-Balah. Browning heavy machine guns are widely used in this war, mounted on Merkava tanks and Eitan/Namer APCs. [1/2]
April 11, 2025 at 12:21 PM
A photo published on Haaretz shows what appears to be a .50 caliber armor-piercing BMG bullet, reportedly extracted from an injured person in Deir al-Balah. Browning heavy machine guns are widely used in this war, mounted on Merkava tanks and Eitan/Namer APCs. [1/2]
In photos released by the IDF yesterday from a military raid on a weapons cache in the West Bank town of Qabatiya, an Italian Beretta AR-70 rifle is visible among the captured firearms.
March 13, 2025 at 5:39 PM
In photos released by the IDF yesterday from a military raid on a weapons cache in the West Bank town of Qabatiya, an Italian Beretta AR-70 rifle is visible among the captured firearms.
Palestinian activist Bisan Awdeh appears in a video from North Gaza, showing the remains of an MK-19 40mm automatic grenade launcher position. The area is littered with spent grenade casings.
March 6, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Palestinian activist Bisan Awdeh appears in a video from North Gaza, showing the remains of an MK-19 40mm automatic grenade launcher position. The area is littered with spent grenade casings.
The US rollback of restrictions on airstrikes and Israel’s open-ended war in Gaza are highlighting the perils of a growing reliance on over-the-horizon warfare.
Gen3 satellites provide "very-high..imagery and AI enabled outputs" which are instrumental for manhunts and pattern based signature strikes
Gen3 satellites provide "very-high..imagery and AI enabled outputs" which are instrumental for manhunts and pattern based signature strikes
March 2, 2025 at 10:29 AM
The US rollback of restrictions on airstrikes and Israel’s open-ended war in Gaza are highlighting the perils of a growing reliance on over-the-horizon warfare.
Gen3 satellites provide "very-high..imagery and AI enabled outputs" which are instrumental for manhunts and pattern based signature strikes
Gen3 satellites provide "very-high..imagery and AI enabled outputs" which are instrumental for manhunts and pattern based signature strikes
Eitan APCs were documented moving through the streets of Jenin. Deployed to the West Bank since early February. These vehicles are equipped with the Edge RCWS system, which incorporates AI capabilities and automatic target recognition for their machine gun.
February 28, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Eitan APCs were documented moving through the streets of Jenin. Deployed to the West Bank since early February. These vehicles are equipped with the Edge RCWS system, which incorporates AI capabilities and automatic target recognition for their machine gun.
Appearing in the photo, a Border Police David jeep fires its multi-barrel Combined Systems "Venom" 40mm tear gas grenade launcher at demonstrators in Nablus.
"One Palestinian was killed and 4 people were wounded by Israeli army fire during a military raid, medics said."
"One Palestinian was killed and 4 people were wounded by Israeli army fire during a military raid, medics said."
February 26, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Appearing in the photo, a Border Police David jeep fires its multi-barrel Combined Systems "Venom" 40mm tear gas grenade launcher at demonstrators in Nablus.
"One Palestinian was killed and 4 people were wounded by Israeli army fire during a military raid, medics said."
"One Palestinian was killed and 4 people were wounded by Israeli army fire during a military raid, medics said."
In this photo taken in Jenin, an IDF soldier carries the Zikit breaching system—modular explosive segments that are used to blast open walls or doors. On Feb 9, Rahaf Fouad Abdullah al-Ashqar was killed in Nur Shams camp when soldiers detonated a charge to break into her home.
February 25, 2025 at 10:19 AM
In this photo taken in Jenin, an IDF soldier carries the Zikit breaching system—modular explosive segments that are used to blast open walls or doors. On Feb 9, Rahaf Fouad Abdullah al-Ashqar was killed in Nur Shams camp when soldiers detonated a charge to break into her home.
Israel's growing reliance on UAVs, remote-controlled explosive APCs and bulldozers, is a cautionary tale of remote control. The freedom to operate in a hostile city without concern for soldiers' safety often encourages military planners, especially when civilians' lives are viewed as expendable
February 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Israel's growing reliance on UAVs, remote-controlled explosive APCs and bulldozers, is a cautionary tale of remote control. The freedom to operate in a hostile city without concern for soldiers' safety often encourages military planners, especially when civilians' lives are viewed as expendable
While the Caterpillar D9 bulldozer has become almost synonymous with IDF's demolitions in the OPTs, it is just one of several Caterpillar earthmoving machines used by the IDF. In this video, an armored Caterpillar 349 excavator is seen operating in Jenin.
February 16, 2025 at 1:32 PM
While the Caterpillar D9 bulldozer has become almost synonymous with IDF's demolitions in the OPTs, it is just one of several Caterpillar earthmoving machines used by the IDF. In this video, an armored Caterpillar 349 excavator is seen operating in Jenin.
The IDF is considering permanent outposts in Jenin. While they are "considering" it, Oshkosh HEMTT trucks are already bringing in diesel tanks.
Is this to keep the demolitions going without halting for bulldozer refueling, or are outposts already being erected? Time will tell.
Is this to keep the demolitions going without halting for bulldozer refueling, or are outposts already being erected? Time will tell.
February 14, 2025 at 6:23 AM
The IDF is considering permanent outposts in Jenin. While they are "considering" it, Oshkosh HEMTT trucks are already bringing in diesel tanks.
Is this to keep the demolitions going without halting for bulldozer refueling, or are outposts already being erected? Time will tell.
Is this to keep the demolitions going without halting for bulldozer refueling, or are outposts already being erected? Time will tell.
Hinting at the immense use of firepower by the IDF in the Gaza campaign, dozens of 120mm M111 explosive shell canisters lie next to at least 18 M339 Hatzav explosive tank cartridge canisters—all scattered among the ruins of Al-Azhar University, located in the heart of Gaza City.
February 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Hinting at the immense use of firepower by the IDF in the Gaza campaign, dozens of 120mm M111 explosive shell canisters lie next to at least 18 M339 Hatzav explosive tank cartridge canisters—all scattered among the ruins of Al-Azhar University, located in the heart of Gaza City.
In the image, leading a convoy of D9 bulldozers in Jenin, is the Ze'ev armored personnel carrier, developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and based on a Ford F-550 chassis. In recent years, it has been gradually phased out and replaced by the newer "Tigris" armored vehicle. photo by Al-Haq
February 13, 2025 at 7:57 AM
In the image, leading a convoy of D9 bulldozers in Jenin, is the Ze'ev armored personnel carrier, developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and based on a Ford F-550 chassis. In recent years, it has been gradually phased out and replaced by the newer "Tigris" armored vehicle. photo by Al-Haq
The expanding West Bank IDF operation has highlighted the extensive use of the Panther troop transporter, a modified version of Oshkosh Defense FMTVs. It has also showcased the deployment of the MDT David, a light armored jeep assembled by MDT Armor, built on a Toyota Hilux chassis.
February 12, 2025 at 11:03 AM
The expanding West Bank IDF operation has highlighted the extensive use of the Panther troop transporter, a modified version of Oshkosh Defense FMTVs. It has also showcased the deployment of the MDT David, a light armored jeep assembled by MDT Armor, built on a Toyota Hilux chassis.
M113 APCs of the decades-old "Kasman" pass through Hebron today. Equipped with an armored upper troop compartment, the APC was designed for riot control. Its reemergence now signals intent as operation Iron Wall expands across the West Bank, evoking memories of early 2000s IDF operations
February 9, 2025 at 1:40 PM
M113 APCs of the decades-old "Kasman" pass through Hebron today. Equipped with an armored upper troop compartment, the APC was designed for riot control. Its reemergence now signals intent as operation Iron Wall expands across the West Bank, evoking memories of early 2000s IDF operations
The IDF's announcement that it is integrating its new AI-powered Barak tank into its forces serves as a stark reminder that the primary threat of AI weapon technology lies not in its potential to make mistakes, but in its ability to perform its designed tasks with precision. (1/7)
February 8, 2025 at 11:09 AM
The IDF's announcement that it is integrating its new AI-powered Barak tank into its forces serves as a stark reminder that the primary threat of AI weapon technology lies not in its potential to make mistakes, but in its ability to perform its designed tasks with precision. (1/7)
In March 2023, the IDF's Border Defense Corps TikTok page featured a DJI Mavic quadcopter equipped with a public announcement system. Today, a similar system was used to instruct residents of the Al-Hadaf neighborhood in Jenin to evacuate their homes.
February 3, 2025 at 10:22 AM
In March 2023, the IDF's Border Defense Corps TikTok page featured a DJI Mavic quadcopter equipped with a public announcement system. Today, a similar system was used to instruct residents of the Al-Hadaf neighborhood in Jenin to evacuate their homes.
The "Rooster" features a unique design, combining flight with a metal cage for wheeled movement. Built by Robotican, the drone is used by the IDF in Gaza. Israeli media outlet Ynet reports that the Israeli MoD plans further acquisitions while the company seeks to cut costs through exports.
January 29, 2025 at 9:18 AM
The "Rooster" features a unique design, combining flight with a metal cage for wheeled movement. Built by Robotican, the drone is used by the IDF in Gaza. Israeli media outlet Ynet reports that the Israeli MoD plans further acquisitions while the company seeks to cut costs through exports.
Israel Ministry of Defense R&D team posing next to a
Smartshooter and Steadicopter "Golden Eagle" rotary tactical UAS. These UAVs feature ground attack capabilities, enhanced by "AI-based technology for superior situational awareness and autonomous multi-target classification & tracking."
Smartshooter and Steadicopter "Golden Eagle" rotary tactical UAS. These UAVs feature ground attack capabilities, enhanced by "AI-based technology for superior situational awareness and autonomous multi-target classification & tracking."
January 28, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Israel Ministry of Defense R&D team posing next to a
Smartshooter and Steadicopter "Golden Eagle" rotary tactical UAS. These UAVs feature ground attack capabilities, enhanced by "AI-based technology for superior situational awareness and autonomous multi-target classification & tracking."
Smartshooter and Steadicopter "Golden Eagle" rotary tactical UAS. These UAVs feature ground attack capabilities, enhanced by "AI-based technology for superior situational awareness and autonomous multi-target classification & tracking."
This has now become an almost daily sight: Driving through Jenin, an IDF David jeep equipped with a @smart_shooter_ "SMASH Hopper" remote-controlled weapon system, enhanced by AI with automatic target recognition, is visible in the picture. [Pic: Ammar Awad/Reuters]
January 23, 2025 at 12:57 PM
This has now become an almost daily sight: Driving through Jenin, an IDF David jeep equipped with a @smart_shooter_ "SMASH Hopper" remote-controlled weapon system, enhanced by AI with automatic target recognition, is visible in the picture. [Pic: Ammar Awad/Reuters]