צה"ל מאריך את השעיית השימוש בתחמושת מרחפת 'עטלף'

הערכה

The IDF has paused use of the Atalef loitering munition after a fatal incident in northern Gaza killed two reservists when one of the drones exploded near them. This is a rare operational halt for a specific weapon system mid-war, signaling internal safety concerns that could affect ground troop confidence and tactical planning. Watch for whether the suspension becomes permanent or leads to broader reviews of drone protocols.