It’s been pointed out by several LGF readers who know more than I do about such things that the explosive devices being planted by Palestinian terrorists—as children stand around—in these two photos (from Reuters and the Associated Press, respectively) resemble the type of shaped anti-tank charges manufactured by the Islamic Republic of Iran:

Here’s a drawing of a shaped charge from the Telegraph, showing how they work:

UPDATE at 6/28/06 8:57:29 am:

More info on shaped charges: IED – Shaped Charges - background. (Hat tip: zombie.)

UPDATE at 6/28/06 9:06:21 am:

Here’s another picture of the device:

And here’s another revealing photo of Palestinian children serving as human shields for the terrorists: