Defense Ministry
What Elbit’s new deal with TKMS means for submarine manufacturing independence - analysis
Former defense officials told The Jerusalem Post that there was little in the Elbit press release that indicated that the primary construction of submarines would move from Germany to Israel.
Katz awards Soroka Medical Center with Defense Minister’s Shield for support of soldiers during war
Israeli combat veterans with PTSD and families not receiving enough support from the state - survey
US transports nuclear microreactor for first time, showcasing potential to deploy nuclear power
Israel’s Iron Beam laser set to change regional defense dynamics - analysis
Iron Beam’s entry into service marks a shift in Israel’s air defense doctrine, offering low-cost interceptions that could alter the military balance and Israel’s position in global arms markets.
Katz alleges Army Radio workers misled High Court in bid to halt closure
In a response to the High Court, Defense Minister Katz accused Army Radio workers of presenting false claims amid legal challenges to the station’s closure.
Defense Ministry rolls out Iron Beam laser air defense system across Israel
The Defense Ministry says Iron Beam is now operational at scale, offering low-cost laser interception of drones, rockets, missiles, and mortars, and reducing reliance on costly interceptors.
Israel’s defense-tech revolution: How MAFAT is shaping the evolution of Israeli warfare - interview
MAFAT's Gal Harari sat down with The Jerusalem Post for an extensive interview on MAFAT’s work and how technology has evolved in the 20 years since he joined the organization.
Israel 'will never withdraw from Gaza,' Katz stresses despite US anger on settlement rhetoric
"A large area of Gaza will be surrounded to protect settlements," Defense Minister Israel Katz said. "In my vision and in due time, Nahal nucleus groups will be established in the northern part."
Army Radio presenters say contracts frozen as High Court orders state response on closure
The Defense Ministry denied the claim, saying no instruction had been issued to terminate consultant contracts at the station and that contracts would be extended until February 28, 2026
Defense Minister Katz retracts claim Israel will resettle northern Gaza with Nahal nucleus groups
“There are opportunities here that have not existed for a very long time,” Israel's defense minister said, contradicting previous statements by PM Netanyahu.
Iran-linked hackers claim to expose alleged Israeli drone engineers, offer $30,000 bounties
Cyber group Handala claimed to have acquired the names of engineers involved in Israel’s drone programs, a day after threatening Israeli politicians.
IDF appoints Arik Ben-Dov as new acting IDF US defense attache
Brig. Gen. Arik Ben Dov has officially assumed the role of the military's acting defense attache to the US, replacing IDF Maj. Gen. Hadi Zilberman.
Defense Ministry treating 82,400 wounded soldiers and veterans, up 22,000 since start of war
Out of the new additions, 58% are being treated for mental health concerns.
