Autel Robotics

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Autel Robotics is a Chinese consumer and commercial aerial drone manufacturer. human rights organizations (such as the investigation by +972 Magazine, Local Call, and the Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor) have proven that Autel drones are heavily present in the skies of the Gaza Strip:Autel EVO drones, originally designed for commercial photography and hobbyists, have been modified in the field by Israeli military units. A specialized mechanical device, known militarily as the "Iron Ball," is integrated beneath the drone. This allows it to carry a hand grenade and drop it with the press of a button via the remote controller.The drones were initially used as an intelligence tool to scan residential buildings, hospitals, and shelter centers from the inside and outside. This served as a preparatory step before the entry of ground forces.The investigations cited testimonies from Israeli soldiers and officers confirming that these modified drones were used to directly bomb civilians and homes in areas such as Jabalia, Rafah, and various Gaza neighborhoods. The soldiers explained that the objective was to force residents to displace, geographically clear the areas, and target anyone refusing to leave their home