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Source: https://www.jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-779031
Israel to Ramp Up Domestic Munitions Production; New Technology Bringing Success in Gaza War
(Jerusalem Post) Seth J. Frantzman - Learning a lesson from the war in Gaza, Israel has put in place the processes necessary for more local production of munitions. On Wednesday, Yediot Ahronot reported that "to enhance Israeli self-reliance in military supplies, the Defense Ministry aims to establish local production of the chemical agents necessary for bomb manufacturing." This initiative was coordinated with local defense industries. The transition to domestic armament production is projected to cost billions of shekels. The Gaza war is also showcasing new technology. The Iron Sting precision mortar is being used by the IDF for the first time in combat. Troops in the field can direct it using a laser and a GPS. A new rifle sight using SmartShooter's Smash technology "weighs less than standard sights, identifies the enemy within seconds, can lock on targets, and quadruples our forces' chances of hitting their target," said the IDF. The Smash technology helps the fighter with a rifle lock onto small moving drones. The Spike FireFly operates like a drone, taking off and hovering. Then the munition, which is part of the drone, can slam into a target. This is perfect for urban environments, where RPG teams may hide in a house and only pop out every once in a while.