Israel’s Ministry of Defense has successfully completed a new series of advanced tests of the Iron Dome air defense system, validating major upgrades designed to improve the system’s ability to counter evolving aerial threats, including […]
Israel reportedly deployed an Iron Dome battery and Israeli operators to the United Arab Emirates early in the war with Iran, and sent several dozen troops to operate it. It marked the first time the […]
The Israel Defense Forces has used its new Ro’em self-propelled howitzer in combat for the first time, firing the system during artillery strikes in southern Lebanon. Units from the 282nd Artillery Brigade brought the wheeled […]
On Monday morning, a number of social media accounts circulated what they believed was an example of lasers intercepting Hezbollah rockets. The video showed rockets being launched from Lebanon, and many of the rockets appeared […]
The US military deploys a THAAD missile defense system in Israel, March 2019. (US Army Europe/File) The US transferred a second THAAD anti-missile defense battery to Israel, according to a report published Sunday, amid rising […]
The Trump administration has approved a potential $660 million sale of AGM-114 Hellfire air-to-ground missiles to Israel, reinforcing U.S. commitment to its key Middle Eastern ally. The State Department confirmed the approval, and the Defense […]
The Israeli military said Sunday it had deployed forces to a demilitarized buffer zone in southwest Syria abutting the Israeli-annexed Golan Heights after Damascus fell to rebel forces. Israel had already said the day before, […]
Syrian TV, a media outlet broadcasting from Turkey, claimed that Israeli commandos were deployed during the strikes to gather intelligence and clashed with Syrian forces, even capturing Iranian agents. The report states that the attack, […]
Israeli defense contractor Rafael has announced the first operational use of its Spike Firefly drones, also known as “Moaz”. The deployment, which occurred a year ago, showcases the innovative capabilities of this loitering munition system. […]
Haifa-based Elbit Systems has received a $190-million contract to supply the Israeli Ministry of Defense with its Iron Sting mortar munition. The Iron Sting is a laser and GPS-guided shell developed for precision strikes in […]
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