Israel unveils next-generation battle tank

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Israel unveils next-generation battle tank

STORY: Israel unveils next-generation battle tank DATELINE: Sept. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:04 LOCATION: Jerusalem CATEGORY: MILITARY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the battle tank (courtesy of Israel Defense Ministry) STORYLINE: Israel unveiled the next generation of its Merkava battle tank on Tuesday, saying that the vehicle has incorporated artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and electronically controlled weapons. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said the Barak tank, meaning "lightning" in Hebrew, represents "an exceptional leap forward" and showcases the military's "technological capabilities, once again ensuring its qualitative advantage." The tank, also known as the Merkava Mark 5 tank, is expected to become operational by the end of 2023 and will gradually replace the Merkava Mark 4, which currently forms the backbone of the Israeli armored corps, according to a separate statement from the military. The new tank is equipped with AI systems for image processing and enhanced observation and scann

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