Israeli submarines

Netanyahu warns of rising maritime threats during Ashdod Navy base visit

During a visit to the Navy base in Ashdod, Netanyahu warned that the maritime arena had become an international battlefield and pledged to expand Israel’s naval capabilities.

Prime Minister Netanyahu at the Ashdod Naval Base, October 4, 2026.
Soldiers stand aboard the INS Drakon in images released on September 24, 2026.

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

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

A Boeing P-8 Poseidon reconnaissance aircraft of the German forces is pictured during the Armed Forces Day at the Nordholz Naval Airbase in Nordholz, Germany, on June 06, 2026. Along with nine other locations, Nordholz hosts the Armed Forces Day 2026.

Israeli Navy considering purchase of Boeing P-8 Poseidon aircraft for submarine warfare missions


High Court: Netanyahu has no immunity in submarine probe

At the same time, the court said that the Attorney-General’s Office needed to be given sufficient time to investigate the issues.

Benjamin Netanyahu

‘Submarine Affair’ becomes criminal probe

The prime minister is not a suspect in the investigation.

A dolphin-class submarine constructed by German company Howaldtswerke- Deutsche Werft for the Israel Navy

Report: ‘Submarine Affair’ now full-blown criminal investigation

State Attorney Shai Nitzan is expected to announce the criminal investigation, termed “Case 3000” by police, in the coming days, Channel 10 reported.

A dolphin-class submarine constructed by German company Howaldtswerke- Deutsche Werft for the Israel Navy

20,000 sign petition calling to investigate Netanyahu over submarines

Maragalit: Netanyahu is involved with corrupt connections.

Benjamin Netanyahu at the conference of Israel ambassadors and heads of missions in Europe in the Foreign Ministry in Jerusalem

Probe puts submarine deal in doubt

Opposition lawmakers expressed concern over the weekend that the submarine probe would be forgotten because it has been overshadowed by the fires that have struck the country.

A dolphin-class submarine constructed by German company Howaldtswerke- Deutsche Werft for the Israel Navy

Politics: Will the submarine affair sink Netanyahu?

Are there enough similarities between him and Ehud Olmert to torpedo his premiership?

Netanyahu at the INS Rahav submarine arrival ceremony

Analysis: It’s about the Navy, not submarines

In the defense establishment, particularly in the navy, there is concern that the affair may lead to a decision by Germany to suspend, or even cancel the submarine deal.

A dolphin-class submarine constructed by German company Howaldtswerke- Deutsche Werft for the Israel Navy

Attorney-General: Sub probe due to new information

Mandelblit said that at the conclusion of the initial inquiry, he will decide whether to open a full-fledged criminal investigation.

Avichai Mandelblit

German company claims no misconduct in Israel submarine deal

Mandelblit, Shimron to be summoned to Knesset for questioning over scandal.

Netanyahu at the INS Rahav submarine arrival ceremony

Attorney General: No criminal probe of Netanyahu in submarine affair

Netanyahu: "My only consideration is strengthening Israel."

A Dolphin-class submarine enters Haifa port.