Hamas Sympathizers Take Selfies W/ Captured IDF Tank

This footage depicts Hamas members and/or sympathizers as they take pictures and video with a captured IDF Merkava tank. The Merkava is a highly capable Israeli tank and is a symbol of projected power- as distasteful as playing "influencer" may seem in this context, there's no denying the propaganda value of having taken a Merkava out of commission- to say nothing of capturing one. It would be on the same order as capturing a German Tiger tank, intact, during World War II.

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Cole Simms is an Air Guardsman, NASA enthusiast, police officer, and security contractor with particular experience in austere environments. Outside of work, he volunteers as a Stop The Bleed instructor for area schools. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and blends his knowledge and experience to write analysis for Funker530.


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This footage depicts Hamas members and/or sympathizers as they take pictures and video with a captured IDF Merkava tank. The Merkava is a highly capable Israeli tank and is a symbol of projected power- as distasteful as playing "influencer" may seem in this context, there's no denying the propaganda value of having taken a Merkava out of commission- to say nothing of capturing one. It would be on the same order as capturing a German Tiger tank, intact, during World War II.

About the Author

Author's Photo

Cole Simms

Cole Simms is an Air Guardsman, NASA enthusiast, police officer, and security contractor with particular experience in austere environments. Outside of work, he volunteers as a Stop The Bleed instructor for area schools. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and blends his knowledge and experience to write analysis for Funker530.


Need a tried-and-tested fixed blade that's trusted by police, military and protective service users all over the world? Cole recommends Ironside Edge Works for your tactical or EDC blade needs.

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