Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Al-Quds Governorate: Today, the spatial division of Al-Aqsa Mosque began in a public and dangerous manner, and we warn of a religious war in the region
The Ministry of Health in Gaza: This brings the total number of victims of famine and malnutrition to 175, including 93 children
The Ministry of Health in Gaza: Gaza's hospitals recorded six deaths due to starvation and malnutrition in the past 24 hours, all of them adults
Informed sources to Al Mayadeen: A new chapter in relations between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency will begin within the framework of the new law passed by Parliament
Informed sources to Al Mayadeen: The talks will focus on the political aspect, and the agency's delegation will not be accompanied by any inspector
Informed sources to Al Mayadeen: An IAEA delegation will visit Tehran next week to discuss mechanisms for implementing the parliament's law suspending cooperation with the agency
Palestinian media: Herds of Israeli settlers storm the al-Aqsa Mosque and perform Talmudic rituals in it
Al Mayadeen's correspondent in Gaza: 15 martyrs were transferred to hospitals in the Gaza Strip in the past few hours as the Israeli occupation continues its aggression on the camps of the displaced
Al Mayadeen's correspondent in Gaza: 38 were killed since dawn on Saturday, as the Israeli occupation army targeted aid seekers at distribution sites
Palestinian Red Crescent: One martyr, several injuries among our teams after the occupation bombed the association's headquarters in al-Amal neighborhood, west of Khan Younis.

IOF’s use of AI in Gaza genocide maximizes risk of killing civilians

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 10 Feb 2024 15:13
  • 3 Shares
4 Min Read

As AI becomes part of the arsenal in the ongoing genocide in Gaza, questions arise about the ethical implications and the impact on civilian populations.

  • x
  • Israeli soldiers move near the Gaza border fence. (AFP/Getty Images)
    An Israeli soldier on the periphery of the Gaza Envelope settlements (AFP/Getty Images)

The introduction of advanced technologies in warfare sparks concerns over the potential maximization of civilian casualties, particularly when employed by one of the world's most criticized military forces—the Israeli occupation forces.

As these cutting-edge tools become part of the arsenal in the ongoing genocide in Gaza, questions arise about the ethical implications and the impact on civilian populations. The intersection of technology and warfare raises critical ethical considerations amid a global debate on the consequences of such advancements in the hands of contentious military entities.
 
Israeli occupation forces have introduced AI-powered technology in their genocidal war against Palestinians in Gaza, marking the first utilization of such tools in warfare and prompting concerns about the use of autonomous weapons in modern wars.

While specific details on the technology's application are not fully disclosed, statements from Israeli officials allege its involvement in "countering drones and mapping Hamas's extensive tunnel network in Gaza."

New technologies such as AI-powered gunsights and robotic drones have emerged in "Israel". Despite the industry constituting 18 percent of the GDP in 2022, the aggression on Gaza has reportedly disrupted it significantly, with around eight percent of its workforce mobilized for military service.

"In general the war in Gaza presents threats, but also opportunities to test emerging technologies in the field," said Avi Hasson, chief executive of Startup Nation Central, an Israeli tech incubator, as quoted by AFP.

"Both on the battlefield and in the hospitals there are technologies that have been used in this war that have not been used in the past," he stressed.

AI Usage amplifies killing and suffering in Gaza

Mary Wareham, an arms expert at Human Rights Watch, emphasized that the increasing number of civilian casualties underscores the imperative for enhanced supervision of the deployment of such technologies.

"Now we're facing the worst possible situation of death and suffering that we're seeing today –- some of that is being brought about by the new tech," she said.

Related News

Opposition slams Netanyahu over blocked October 7 commission

Capturing Kfar Aza took Resistance an hour; Israeli forces days: Probe

It is worth noting that at least 150 countries in December backed a UN resolution identifying "serious challenges and concerns" in new military tech, including "artificial intelligence and autonomy in weapons systems."

For the first time, IOF employed in their war on Gaza an AI-enabled optic sight produced by the Israeli startup Smart Shooter, attaching it to weapons like rifles and machine guns.

"It helps our soldiers to intercept drones because Hamas uses a lot of drones," said the senior Israeli military official.

"It makes every regular soldier -- even a blind soldier -- a sniper," the official added.

The comes amid multiple reports that have extensively documented instances of Israeli occupation forces engaging in sniper attacks targeting civilians in Gaza. In a heart-wrenching moment, an Israeli occupation soldier shot a woman as she was fetching water from the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis two days ago.

In a heart-wrenching moment, an Israeli occupation soldier shot a woman as she was fetching water from the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, illustrating the perilous conditions faced by Palestinians amid the ongoing war on #Gaza.#Palestine pic.twitter.com/PuiS1a52sp

— Al Mayadeen English (@MayadeenEnglish) February 8, 2024

Last December, the Palestinian Ministry of Health confirmed that IOF snipers nested around Al-Awda Hospital had killed and injured several pregnant women on their way to the hospital to give birth.

The Ministry confirmed that pregnant women in northern Gaza have been prevented from accessing the maternity service at Al-Awda Hospital, leading to their death along with their unborn children.

Despite concerns from human rights groups, the IOF have adopted drones equipped with AI during their aggression on Gaza. This incorporates technology from the Israeli startup Robotican, which encases a drone within a robotic case.

A recent report by The Wall Street Journal highlighted the United States, "Israel's" primary international ally and a significant provider of military aid, training its soldiers to "counter drones using Smart Shooter's optic sights."

It is worth noting the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza revealed today that the number of martyred Palestinians since October 7 has risen to 28,064, in addition to 67,611 injuries.

Read more: AI should be prioritized as dangerous as nuclear wars: experts

  • Operation Al-Aqsa Flood
  • Palestine
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • IOF
  • Gaza genocide
  • Lebanon
  • Gaza
War on Gaza

War on Gaza

Most Read

A rescued crew member from the ETERNITY C vessel in a video released by the Yemeni Armed Forces on July 28, 2025 (Yemeni Military Media)

Yemen Navy reveals fate of targeted Eternity C ship crew

  • Politics
  • 28 Jul 2025
An Israeli tank explodes following an ambush by al-Qassam Brigades in Gaza, Occupied Palestine, undated (Al-Qassam Military Media)

Al-Qassam strikes Israeli vehicles in Gaza, inflicts casualties

  • Politics
  • 30 Jul 2025
UAE lodges complaint against Israeli ambassador over 'misbehavior'

UAE lodges complaint against Israeli ambassador over 'misbehavior'

  • Politics
  • 1 Aug 2025
An explosion seen during an Iranian missile attack on Tel Aviv, Occupied Palestine, June 13, 2025 (AP)

If Iran is attacked again, geography of response may change: IRGC spox

  • Politics
  • 30 Jul 2025

Coverage

All
The Ummah's Martyrs

Read Next

All
Starved, shot, bombed, 'Israel' finds no fault
Politics

'Israel' closes 88% of war crimes cases without charges: Watchdog

Alex Karp, CEO of the software firm Palantir Technologies, arrives as then Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, convenes a closed-door gathering of leading tech CEOs, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023 (AP)
Technology

Notorious Palantir lands record $10bln contract with the US Army

‘March for humanity’: Protesters brave rain for Gaza on Sydney bridge
Politics

‘March for humanity’: Protesters brave rain for Gaza on Sydney bridge

A Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) fighter stands in guard during a gathering to celebrate Nowruz, Kurdish New Year, in Qamishli, northeastern Syria, Friday March 21, 2025 (AP)
Politics

SDF asserts 'right to retaliate' against strikes near Deir Hafer

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS