Defense Ministry
Israel warns Trump: We may act alone if Iran crosses ballistic missile red line
“We told the Americans we will strike alone if Iran crosses the red line we set on ballistic missiles,” the source said, adding that Israel is not yet at that threshold.
An army of algorithms: How MAFAT is fighting Israel's wars with artificial intelligence - interview
Defense Ministry, Elbit sign $130 million deal to outfit helicopters with Israeli tech
WATCH: Final hostage pin removed from National Memorial Hall for Israel's Fallen
Defense Ministry, Elbit Systems sign $183 million air munitions procurement deal
Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the deal will strengthen the economy and reinforce national security, as well as equip the IDF to “meet security challenges both now and in the future.”
Israel to seek new 10-year security deal with Trump administration, FT reports
Israel is preparing talks with the Trump administration on a new 10-year security agreement, seeking to extend US military support while planning for a future without billions in American grants.
Defense Ministry orders boost Israeli startups
Total funding raised by companies that received a direct order from MAFAT in 2025 was $1.2 billion
Next years 'critical' for Israel's earthquake preparedness, Israel Katz warns
After two recent earthquakes, Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered a multi year plan to fortify strategic sites, upgrade warnings, and clarify emergency authority roles.
IDF must revamp how it recognizes wounded, fallen soldiers - opinion
If Israel is to remain faithful to its foundational ethos – that it does not abandon its soldiers – it must be willing to update its systems to reflect the full cost of war.
IDF forms committee to review commemoration, legacy of fallen soldiers
The committee will take care of the regulation of commemorative manners and expression of legacy in IDF units and camps, to provide an in-depth review of honor attribution, the IDF said.
Bar-Ilan University’s ecosystem: Science, crisis, and institutional responsibility
From the Phantom jet to the helm of Israel’s second-largest university, Prof. Arie Zaban reflects on leadership during war and why universities can’t lose sight of the people they serve
Israel rolls out advanced Arad rifle in bid to strengthen border communities
Further, the ministry stated that the completion of the initiative will "create a standardized, Israeli-manufactured defense system for rapid response teams."
New Jordan security fence could be done in early 2028
In November 2024, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that he had won a years-long battle to get authority to build a new high-tech border fence with Jordan to block smuggling.
Defense Ministry director-general says Israel returned too quickly to pre-Oct. 7 budget approach
He accused the Finance Ministry of consistently underfunding the defense establishment, leading to debt within defense industries.
