Using a smartphone in the military is a situation that can endanger the security of both soldiers and the state. We have also explained the reasons that will make this logical in our content.
Smart phones, an indispensable part of our lives became. These devices have many functions such as internet access, social media, taking photos and videos, playing games and listening to music. entertainment and communication tool It is used as.
However, the use of these devices in the military can cause many problems. Soon Ministry of National Defense With the decision taken, soldiers’ use of smart mobile phones in operation areas prohibited.
We asked experienced and high-ranking people in the military field about the reasons for this situation and the risks it may pose. Here are the answers:
The biggest risk of using smartphones in the military is that it creates intelligence vulnerabilities.
Places where military units are located secret and forbidden places, always intelligence You need to be careful about this. It is also important that location and personnel information is not leaked to the outside in any way.
Until today, let alone only the smart phone, to old cameras all electronic devices and devices in an uncontrolled manner It was not allowed into the union and was strictly forbidden.
It is possible that a simple phone call or an innocent photo can turn into a situation that can be used as leverage for the enemy.
While performing military service, all persons to be conscripted, security research It is definitely being done. However, even though the number of people in dangerous situations is very small, there are these people and “can always happenWith this thought, the soldier always guards against intelligence information that could put him in a difficult situation. prohibitory measures has to take it.
Information such as locating the unit during operations, how many personnel there are and for what purpose they are there, is especially useful to the terrorist organization today. When they provide this information malicious people It makes it easier for them to take counter action.
soldiers; While on duty, participating in operations, or serving in border areas, they may encounter an enemy attack, terrorist act, or other danger at any time.
Soldiers performing their duties careful, alert and disciplined they should be. However, in recent years, the proliferation of smartphones and the appeal of social media have made soldiers sense of duty weakened them and caused them to neglect their duties.
Some soldiers are on guard duty although it is forbidden They browse social media, watch videos, play games or message their friends on their phones. These behaviors distract soldiers, cause them to neglect their duties, disobey orders, and indiscipline causes them to do so.
This situation affects the soldiers’ own security as well as defense of the homeland puts it in danger. As a matter of fact, some incidents in the past showed that soldiers using phones on duty to be ambushed, taken hostage, martyred or injured. shows why.
As you know, some soldiers’ TikTok posts were recently on the agenda.
Smart phones; By emitting light, sound or signals, it can cause the enemy to detect and attack soldiers camouflaged with tactical devices.
Soldiers camouflaged in the dark of the night are exposed to the phone screen when they use their phones. the slightest light is easily noticed. This small light allows the enemy to determine the position of the soldiers and open fire.
Another reason, as you can guess, is sound. Generally, quiet environments occur in situations such as operations or seizures. Almost your breathing sound you even hear it. In such an environment, smartphones that have a notification sound on almost everything at the slightest sound You allow the enemy to detect your location.
This phenomenon is not limited to single notification sounds. There may be other reasons, such as watching a video, listening to an audio recording, or playing a game, even at the lowest volume.
Also smartphones emitting signal devices. The enemy can use tactical devices (thermal camera, night vision, etc.) due to the signal emitted by the phone with the development of current technology. It can detect your location.
Terrorist organizations can access private conversations or photo/video information via the phone of a martyred soldier.
Soldiers generally use their smartphones to communicate with both their families and colleagues. In this way, soldiers psychological and social support needs are met. However, as you know, the phone you can use in the military is within the framework of certain rules.
But if soldiers use smartphones; private conversations, photos and videos in the phone memory or cloud storage are stored in their services. The information on their phones can be seized by terrorists if they become martyrs. In such a situation, not only their families would be in danger, but also the military would be at risk.
Terrorist organizations use this information both for propaganda purposes and psychological warfare method and send messages containing harassment, threats or insults to the families or colleagues of martyred soldiers.
“Smartphone decision ban is always correct as a safety and security measure and must be implemented!”
Electronic devices provided for military purposes are very good for the soldier, but they are not subject to electronic devices used for purposes other than their intended purpose. should not be allowed. No one wants to take responsibility for this.
Everyone, from the highest-ranking soldier to the lowest-ranking soldier, is aware of this issue in order to avoid any bad events happening where they are. has to be careful.
What do you think about it?