Israel’s Army Turns to Centralized Procurement for Chinese-Made Drones in Gaza

The IDF Army Headquarters Procurement Directorate has recently placed orders for thousands of multicopter drones from two Chinese manufacturers, DJI and Autel Robotics. These drones are currently being used by the IDF in Gaza for reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, marking a shift to centralized procurement. Previously, the drones used were provided as “gifts” by volunteers and organizations.

It’s worth noting that the United States has banned its security forces from using DJI equipment due to information security and cybersecurity concerns. However, the IDF press office stated that the drones being purchased are selected based on the tasks the IDF needs them to perform, and undergo necessary checks and modifications.

The increasing popularity of cheap and affordable Chinese-made drones in military conflicts is evident with the recent purchase of a large batch of drones by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense from China. These drones play a crucial role in gathering intelligence and conducting reconnaissance in conflict zones.

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