Israel defense news
Elbit plans to hire 2,000 new employees, ending 2026 with 4,000 new hires, CEO Machlis says
Machlis explained that this comes as countries shift their war strategy, mainly because the "length of conflicts and the scale of the use of munitions require a different industrial readiness.
Ability Industries, two officials indicted in NIS 35m. defense-export case
US House to vote on amendment to block $3.3 billion in annual military aid for Israel
Iron Beam, Iron Dome combine forces in Defense Ministry drill
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
