{
  "id": 18155563,
  "title": "Robots frequently used in battle to reduce risk to soldiers, IDF chief Zamir says",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/robots-frequently-used-in-battle-to-reduce-risk-to-soldiers-idf-chief",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T17:48:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Jerusalem Post",
    "slug": "jerusalem-post",
    "url": "https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-913851"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir visited the Northern Command and Division 91 on Wednesday to emphasize the increasing use of robots in Israeli military operations against Hezbollah. Zamir explained that soldiers are typically positioned in front of Israeli civilians to absorb enemy attacks, but now robots are frequently deployed to enter battle areas before IDF troops to minimize their risk and potential harm. In the northern region, soldiers are increasingly employing robots alongside them during engagements with Hezbollah. A video demonstration showcased soldiers alongside drones, highlighting the IDF's significant expansion of tactical drone usage for both large and small units. Additionally, the IDF has explored the deployment of specialized robots to enter potentially booby-trapped tunnels and residences before soldiers proceed. Furthermore, remote-controlled land vehicles are being considered for colliding with or aiding in combat against enemies, whether Hezbollah in the north or Hamas in the south.",
  "summary": "The IDF has also discussed the use of special robots to enter tunnels and residences that may be booby-trapped, prior to soldiers entering",
  "key_points": [
    "IDF Chief Eyal Zamir highlights growing use of robots in Israeli military operations.",
    "Robots deployed in battle areas to minimize soldiers' risk and potential harm.",
    "Video shows soldiers with drones, expanding tactical drone usage."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}