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Israel's defense ministry opens first ever pavilion at Marrakech Airshow 2026

Eight Israeli defense companies showcased combat-proven drones, AI-powered robotics, and advanced communications systems at a Moroccan defense exhibition under the Abraham Accords.

(R-L): Israeli Military Attaché to Morocco, Col. Sharon Itach, Head of SIBAT, Israel Ministry of Defense, Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yair Kulas, Head of Mission of the State of Israel to Morocco, Yosef Ben David, Rafael CEO, Yoav Tourgeman, Marrakech Airshow 2026.
 Israeli flags on graves of fallen soldiers in Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem, on May 9, 2024, ahead of Israeli Memorial Day; Illustrative.

IDF headstones to include abduction note if soldier was kidnapped, Knesset announces

A member of the Palestinian security forces stands guard during the eighth Fatah Conference in Ramallah, in the West Bank, May 14, 2026

Opposing Israel's defense establishment, Katz threatens all-out war on Palestinian Authority

Transportation Minister Miri Regev attends a state memorial ceremony for civilians murdered in the October 7 massacre, at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, October 5, 2026

Transport Ministry rejected Shin Bet help in securing flights before flydubai hijacking - report


Israel prepared to renew Iran war, awaiting 'green light' from Trump, Katz says

Katz noted that the IDF was awaiting the green light from the US, adding that future attacks would be "different and deadly," targeting "the most painful places."

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz attends an event for outstanding soldiers as part of Israel’s 78th Independence Day celebrations in Jerusalem on April 20, 2026.

Lessons from Operation Roaring Lion: Defending the Defenders -opinion

Air and missile defense batteries are now high-value assets, whose mission is continuity of effect under attack. If that continuity collapses, civilian warning, interception, and the protection of cr

 Israeli air defense systems operating during the war with Iran.

At least 170 soldiers killed, 54 disabled due to war over past year, Defense Ministry reports

Bereaved families now number over 59,000, with a significant rise since Hamas's October 7 massacre.

Defense Minister Israel Katz places a wreath at a memorial for fallen IDF soldiers.

Israel's Elbit Systems signs $750 million deal for missile systems with Greece

The four-year long contract will include an additional "ten years of follow-on maintenance and support services" according to Elbit.

Elbit System's PULS rocket launcher

Israeli Air Force navigator recognized as fallen soldier after PTSD-related suicide

The Defense Ministry has officially recognized Maj. (res.) Asaf Dagan as a fallen soldier, honoring his service and the psychological toll of his military duty, following a long fight by his family.

Maj. (res.) Asaf Dagan participating in a flight mission.

Knesset approves 2026 state budget in final votes, avoids early elections

The Knesset has approved the 2026 state budget, avoiding elections, as coalition partners back the plan despite earlier threats and criticism over spending priorities.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to vote at the Knesset on the 2026 state budget, March 30, 2026.

The unsung architect of Israel's home front resilience - opinion

How Moshe Arens reshaped Israel’s defense doctrine by placing the civilian home front at its center

Former Israeli Foreign Minister Moshe Arens (R) and former Ambassador to the United States Zalman Shoval listen to a question as they attend an event at the National Press Club in Washington, February 15, 2001.

Jerusalem Post Group takes strategic stake in Tondo Smart

The move comes as the infrastructure intelligence company expands its municipal, critical infrastructure, and defense-related activities in Israel and North America.

View of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange, October 8, 2025.

Knesset Finance Committee approves Israel’s 2026 state budget ahead of final reading

The decision followed debates in the committee that went late into the night. The second and third readings are expected to take place in the Knesset plenum on Thursday.

Finance Committee chair MK Hanoch Milwidsky leads a Finance committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah, March 15, 2026.

Elbit Systems $28B order surge driven by Israel-US strikes on Iran, CEO says

The US and Israel launched air strikes on Iran on February 28. Iran has struck Israel, as well as Gulf neighbours, with drones and missiles.

People stand near a destroyed vehicle as smoke rises after a reported strike on Shahran fuel tanks, in Tehran, Iran, March 8, 2026