Tank Military Collection

Cattle stand next to tanks in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, Israel May 10, 2018. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun

A Turkish soldier points as he stands on a tank during a military exercise near the Turkish-Iraqi border in Silopi, Turkey, September 22, 2017. REUTERS/Umit Bektas TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A cow walk pass tanks near the border with Syria in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights
A cow walks past tanks near the border with Syria in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights, Israel May 11, 2018. REUTERS/Baz Ratner

Turkish military are silhouetted on the top of a hill close to the border line between
Turkish military vehicles are silhouetted on the top of a hill close to the border line between Turkey and Syria near Mursitpinar bordergate October 10, 2014

Syrian Army tank fires near the Yarmouk Palestinian camp in Damascus
A tank, operated by forces loyal to Syrias President Bashar al-Assad, opens fire near the Yarmouk Palestinian camp in Damascus, Syria April 28, 2018. REUTERS/Omar Sanadiki TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A tanks barrel is seen on the course of the Tank Biathlon competition during the International Army Games 2016 in Alabino, outside Moscow, Russia, July 30, 2016

Tanks parade to mark Armed Forces Day in Myanmars capital Naypyitaw March 27, 2016. REUTERS/Soe Zeya Tun TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A tank drives through water obstacle on course of Tank Biathlon world championship in
A tank drives through a water obstacle on the course of the Tank Biathlon world championship in Alabino outside Moscow August 4, 2014

A T-72 tanks barrel is seen while driven through the course of the Tank Biathlon competition, part of the International Army Games 2017, at a range in the settlement of Alabino outside Moscow

A participant reacts in front of a mock-up tank on fire as university students and relatives of victims march to commemorate the killing of students during a protest in 1975 by Salvadoran military

A vehicle used for suicide car bombings, made by Islamic State militants, is seen in al-Zanjili neighbourhood in western Mosul, Iraq June 6, 2017. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

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"Cattle and Tanks: A Surreal Sight in the Israeli-Occupied Golan Heights" In a peculiar juxtaposition, cattle stand calmly next to formidable tanks amidst the rocky terrain of the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. This unusual scene serves as a reminder of the constant military presence in this disputed region. On one side of the border fence, an imposing Israeli tank stands guard, symbolizing their commitment to protect their territory. Turkish soldiers also engage in military exercises nearby, pointing with determination from atop their tanks during intense training sessions. As cows nonchalantly walk past these armored giants near Syria's border, it is evident that life goes on despite the tense atmosphere. Meanwhile, silhouetted against the horizon, Turkish military personnel stationed on hilltops vigilantly monitor every movement along the border line. The Syrian Army's thunderous tank fires echo near Damascus' Yarmouk Palestinian camp—a stark reminder of conflicts raging within Syria's borders. Yet far away from these war-torn lands, tanks barrel through challenging obstacles during Tank Biathlon competitions—showcasing both skill and power. From Myanmar's capital Naypyitaw to international championships, tanks parade proudly on Armed Forces Day—an occasion for nations to honor their military might. These steel behemoths fearlessly drive through water obstacles and maneuver across treacherous terrains during Tank Biathlon world championships—testing participants' mettle under extreme conditions. However, not all encounters with mock-up tanks are celebratory; some evoke somber emotions. University students react in front of a blazing mock-up tank—a poignant representation of destruction caused by conflict worldwide. Sadly, even more sinister uses for vehicles emerge as Islamic State militants craft suicide car bombs capable of wreaking havoc and devastation—a chilling testament to how technology can be twisted for destructive purposes. Amidst these diverse scenes involving tanks—from peaceful coexistence with cattle to displays of strength and resilience—their significance remains undeniable.