Israel Navy

Up Periscope! A deep dive inside Israel’s newest 'Drakon' submarine at sea

The Jerusalem Post visited the new 'INS Drakon' at sea near Haifa. The submarine's commander told the Post that it will allow the IDF to "get to any enemy, anywhere."

Soldiers stand aboard the INS Drakon in images released on September 24, 2026.
A soldier stands aboard an INS submarine in images released on September 24, 2026.

Israel’s new Drakon submarine could help Navy support missions in Iran, Yemen - preview

New German-made Israeli submarine 'INS Drakon' embarks from Germany for Israel, September 21, 2026.

IDF chief warns Iran remains a threat as Israel welcomes INS Drakon submarine into Navy service

New German-made Israeli submarine 'INS Drakon' embarks from Germany for Israel, September 21, 2026.

IDF: Drakon submarine has stronger weapons, longer underwater capabilities


Israel marks delivery of final 'Dragon' submarine as defense officials press for fleet expansion

The report follows a send-off ceremony in late August for the Israel's newest submarine, attended by Israel Navy Chief V.-Adm. Eyal Harel and German Naval Chief V.-Adm. Jan Christian Kaack.

New German-made Israeli submarine 'INS Drakon' embarks from Germany for Israel, September 21, 2026.

IDF chief instructs military to increase readiness across all fronts ahead of Yom Kippur

The military also reinforced forces on Yom Kippur two years ago amid the war and heightened security tensions.

Israeli soldiers patrol along the Israeli-Lebanese border, on September 10, 2026.

How naval combat with Hamas after Oct. 7 transformed a low-ranked soldier into an officer

Israel Navy officer "O," recently graduated from his officer cadets course, after spending a nearly unprecedented 18 months as a regular non-officer mandatory service navy combat fighter.

Naval officer “O” pictured during his military service.

Shayetet 13 Navy SEALs conduct counterterror raids near Hebron, West Bank overnight

The details of the operation were not made public, but the IDF noted that there had been increased terror activity stemming from the area of operation. 

 Shayetet 13 operatives.

How Shayetet 3 is transforming war at sea: New details of attacks revealed - exclusive

Post reveals new details on how the navy stopped Turkey's flotilla, maintains pressure on Lebanon and Syria, and SEAL special operations.

A joint drill between the IDF’s elite Shayetet 13 navy commandos and US Army Special Forces

IDF, police drills continue for second day as forces train in Eilat for October 7-like attack

The aim of the exercise is to improve the division’s capabilities and readiness in the face of a large-scale October 7-style surprise attack, based on the lessons drawn from the massacre.

Israel Police and IDF readiness drills continue as part of Operations Advancing the Wall and Southern Wind to prepare in case of future Octover 7-style attacks, September 7, 2026.

Final German 'Dragon' submarine on its way to Israel as Navy continues modernization efforts

Multiple foreign publications have reported that Israeli submarines are part of a triad of nuclear deterrence that Israel possesses.

 The Israeli Navy unveils the new INS “Drakon” submarine at the German Naval Yards Holdings in Kiel, Germany, November 12, 2024

Israel Navy's first female corvette commander expected to earn further promotions - exclusive

Lieutenant-Commander "R" broke the glass ceiling in February when she became the first female missile boat chief, but is expected to break more in the future after excelling in the role.

The IDF appointed the first-ever female missile boat commander, Lt.-Cmdr. "R."

Israel struck Syria to prevent Turkey from establishing in the country, fmr. IDF Navy chief says

V.-Adm. (ret.) Eliezer Marom said Israel would not allow Turkey to establish control in Syria, while warning that mounting US pressure could force Iran to choose between negotiations and escalation.

Illustrative image of former commander of the Israeli Navy, V.-Adm. (res.) Eliezer Marom.

Navy rebuilds Gaza coastal defense into 'Iron Wall' after October 7 failures

According to the sailors, Hamas is attempting to rebuild its naval capabilities from the ruins, developing low-tech methods using basic rowboats and paddles.

An Israeli Navy patrol boat sails off the coast of Haifa, as seen from Haifa beach, May 26, 2026.