Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

Israel shifts toward ‘Defense-Tech Nation’ as start-ups surge to $3b. in funding

New data shows defense-tech firms dominating Israel’s hi-tech investment, with start-up funding tripling year-on-year.

JULY 16, 2026|ByANNA AHRONHEIM

(Illustrative) Ballistic missiles launched from Iran, as seen over Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, April 7, 2026.

Latest victim of Iranian missile attack dies after three months in hospital in Haifa

Michael Katz, 82, was in an apartment building directly hit by a missile and later spent over three months in the hospital before succumbing to his wounds.

JULY 15, 2026|ByTZVI JASPER

Volkswagen had previously slated the plant to close in 2027, though the company is now in talks with Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to retool the plant and produce components for the "Iron Dome" missile defence system. The shift would save the factory's 2,300 jobs.

Qatar vetoes Volkswagen deal with Israeli defense company Rafael in Germany - report

Qatari Investment Authority reportedly opposed plans to manufacture Iron Dome components at Volkswagen’s struggling Osnabrück plant.

JULY 10, 2026|ByMAARIV

Rafael in talks to set up Iron Dome interceptor production line in India - report

Rafael currently produces the system’s interceptors at one of its plants in northern Israel, and last year a missile production line also began operating in the US in partnership with Raytheon.

JULY 9, 2026|ByUDI ETZION

Israeli firm that detects divers and submarines considers listing on Tel Aviv exchange

DSIT Solutions is emerging as a key player in underwater security, supplying sonar and surveillance systems to navies and critical infrastructure operators worldwide

DECEMBER 25, 2025ByANNA AHRONHEIM

DSIT's sonar systems for naval platforms

Kenya receives Israeli SPYDER air defense system in $26 million deal

The system was delivered by a CAL Cargo Airlines cargo plane in mid-December

DECEMBER 24, 2025ByANNA AHRONHEIM

Rafael delivers Spyder air defense system to Georgia - report

The system can engage multiple threats simultaneously up to 80 kilometers away in all weather conditions.

DECEMBER 12, 2025ByDEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS

Israeli defense giants climb int'l ranks, record double-digit revenue growth in 2024, report says

The three Israeli firms listed in SIPRI’s Top 100 arms producers report increased their combined arms revenues by 16% from 2023 to $16.2 billion.

DECEMBER 1, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, ELI LEON

View of the closed Elbit Systems stand after the four main Israeli company stands at the Paris Airshow have been shut down by organizers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 16, 2025.

Rafael's new backpack-sized missile gives ground forces precision strike capability

The LSpike 1x is designed to be used by maneuvering forces at company level for precision strikes

NOVEMBER 20, 2025ByANNA AHRONHEIM

Israel participates in South Korea's weapons exhibition, despite protests

Israeli companies have been banned from weapon exhibitions across the world following the war in the Gaza Strip.

OCTOBER 21, 2025ByANNA AHRONHEIM

The South Korean Air Force Black Eagles aerobatic team performs during Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (ADEX) in Seongnam, South Korea, October 17, 2025

Rafael’s Iron Beam laser defense enters final phase of deployment

Rafael's Tzvi Marmor talks about integrating the laser system into Israel's air defense, and his company's dedication to maintaining the IDF's technological edge.

OCTOBER 20, 2025ByDEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS

Anna Ahronheim: Chronicling the growth of Israel's defense sector

Behind the Bylines: The Israel-Hamas War may have just ended, but as it served as a showcase for Israeli defense innovation, the spotlight on these companies and products has never been brighter.

OCTOBER 19, 2025ByAARON REICH