Israel defense news

'Invade Iran or accept talks,' ex-Israeli Air Force chief warns

Former IAF commander Eitan Ben Eliyahu said Operation Rising Lion delayed Iran’s nuclear program but did not destroy it, warning Tehran is learning for the next round.

An Israeli Air Force plane utilized in the October 2024 strike against Iranian military infrastructure.
 Israel's Arrow 3 interceptor.

Germany set to finally deploy Israel's Arrow 3 defense system, which neutralized Iranian missiles

 The cumulative expenditure for the protests, distributed among 26 collectives, totals approximately NIS 2 million. Protesters rally in Jerusalem, July 23.

'Day after' cannot be just a slogan, or Israel could emerge same as before the war - editorial

 French President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (illustration)

French gov't allows Israeli firms to participate in defense exhibition after alleged ban


IAI unveils LAHAT ALPHA, next-gen anti-tank missile for extended ranges

LAHAT ALPHA builds on the vast operational experience of LAHAT, deployed globally with numerous customers, including the IDF

Lahat Alpha

Will Israel’s defense sector rebound with the end of the war in Gaza?

With the cessation of hostilities, Israel may find it easier to navigate diplomatic tensions that previously threatened arms deals.

A PULS multiple rocket launcher miniature and artillery rockets by Israeli Elbit Systems is exhibited at the DEFEA Defence Exhibition, in Athens, Greece, May 8, 2025.

Dubai Airshow bans Israeli defense firms after ‘technical review’

Prior to the announcement industry sources told Defense & Tech by The Jerusalem Post that they did not expect to attend the airshow

 Dubai

Defense Ministry co-chairs meeting with US Department of War

In the joint security convention, Defense Ministry Director-General Maj.-Gen. (res.) Amir Baram expressed his gratitude to the US for its commitment to Israel's security.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visit a site in southern Israel where the U.S. European Command (EUCOM) deployed a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system, March 6, 2019

Spain blocks American ships carrying weapons for Israel

The two American bases in southern Spain are officially shared by the two allies, but Washington often uses it as a hub for troops, weapons, fuel and supplies bound further east.

People hold anti-war placards during a protest to call for a ceasefire in Gaza to mark 100 days since the start of the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Madrid, Spain, January 20, 2024.

Spain cancels third arms contract with Israel

The contract for Rafael Advanced Defense System's Litening 5 pods was signed in March 2024 and worth €207 million

Rafael's Litening 5 targeting pods

Israel proved technological supremacy over Iran, Rafael's Yuval Steinitz tells 'Post'

In an interview with the Jerusalem Post, the chairman of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems discussed the prowess of Israel's military technology and what lies ahead for the IDF.

Missiles launched from Iran are intercepted as seen from Ashkelon, Israel, June 18, 2025.

Spain steps up pressure on Israel with shipping, aircraft restrictions

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez to ban Israeli arms transit, boost PA, UNRWA aid, and embargo settlement goods.

Spanish soldiers stand during Exercise Dynamic Mariner 25 military drill training, which involves naval forces from several NATO members, at Retin beach, in the Atlantic Ocean, in Barbate, Spain, March 28, 2025.

Israeli defense firms face backlash at Poland’s premier arms expo

Police questioning and paint-splattered booths at Poland's MSPO weapons exhibition as Israel’s defense industry confronts growing European resistance over Gaza war

Polish soldiers at MSPO exhibition

Israel procures two new additional refueling aircraft for the IDF from Boeing

The contract’s scope is estimated at approximately half a billion dollars and is funded through US aid. The aircraft will replace the IAF’s fleet of Re’em Boeing 707 tankers.

Israel's new KC-46 aircraft.

SK Group becomes sole owner of ELVO, plans to expand global defense manufacturing

SK Group had previously been a shareholder in the Thessaloniki-based ELVO, but recently acquired all remaining shares.

ELVO factory.