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Israel's IAI unveils Hypnosis Drone-Swarm Jamming System

7/17/2026

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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) unveiled Hypnosis, a soft-defense system that jams satellite navigation to counter drone swarms.
In tests, Hypnosis autonomously neutralized dozens of incoming drones.
The system deploys multiple field units linked through a command-and-control center to disrupt navigation signals.
IAI says Hypnosis is meant to protect strategic sites, energy infrastructure, and military bases.
IAI did not disclose which countries or whether the Israeli Defense Forces are evaluating it.

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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) unveiled Hypnosis, a soft-defense system that jams satellite navigation to counter drone swarms.
In tests, Hypnosis autonomously neutralized dozens of incoming drones.
The system deploys multiple field units linked through a command-and-control center to disrupt navigation signals.
IAI says Hypnosis is meant to protect strategic sites, energy infrastructure, and military bases.
IAI did not disclose which countries or whether the Israeli Defense Forces are evaluating it.