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Weapons of mass destruction that are currently being created
Israeli military to use "sponge bombs" as they invade Gaza's underground tunnels
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Weapons of mass destruction (WMD) have been developed, produced, and unfortunately, used on some occasions. The nuclear bomb was a game changer when it came to the amount of damage a WMD could inflict, but technology has evolved, and so have WMDs. Cyber warfare is nothing new, nor is the use of biological weapons, but these are much more sophisticated now. Plus, we have a few new weapons, both hypothetical and real ones, that are worth mentioning.
When it comes to the development of such weapons, countries with enormous military budgets like the US and Israel are at the forefront. The war between Israel and Palestine that broke out in October 2023 has sadly seen some of their advanced technology put to use. As Israel prepares for a ground invasion of Gaza, they are allegedly formulating a plan to take over the underground tunnels that have been built under the tiny enclave. As they enter the tunnels, they are reportedly going to employ "sponge bombs" to block off passageways from which they could be ambushed, according to The Telegraph. These bombs don't actually explode, but instead combine two chemical compounds which create a burst of foam when mixed. The foam quickly expands and hardens, sealing off tunnels and exits.
In this gallery, we look at what you need to know about the future of weapons of mass destruction. Click on to learn more.
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