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Drakon submarine highlights Case 3000 dilemma: Was Netanyahu right for wrong reasons? - analysis

Did the way that Netanyahu concealed the deal from most of the defense establishment endanger national security and foreign relations, and why did he hide the transactions?

SEPTEMBER 28, 2026|ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the United Nations in New York City, September 24, 2026.

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

IDF Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir called the submarine’s integration a central force-building move on Thursday, as President Isaac Herzog highlighted its strategic significance.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

(illustrative) A submarine firing a missile.

From Dolphin to Dakar: 'Dragon' submarine reveals Israel’s changing undersea posture - analysis

The INS Drakon is a bridge between two generations of submarines and represents a broader technological transformation of Israel's most secretive fleet

SEPTEMBER 2, 2026|ByANNA AHRONHEIM

Elbit signs deal with German submarine manufacturer TMKS to expand ties between Israel, Germany

The latest deal will focus on advancing technological capabilities while simultaneously strengthening the strategic ties between Germany and Israel, Oliver Burkhard, CEO of TKMS, said in a statement.

MAY 23, 2026|ByUDI ETZION

Despite ongoing investigation, Israel and Germany sign submarine MoU

The MoU comes amidst the ongoing investigation into corruption allegations regarding the purchase of German submarines.

OCTOBER 23, 2017ByHERB KEINON

Israel’s fourth submarine is en route to the navy's Haifa base from Germany

Former Israel Navy commander arrested in 'submarines affair' identified

Shai Brosh is suspected of bribery, fraud and breach of trust.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017ByUDI SHAHAM

Netanyahu’s former chief of staff arrested in ‘submarines affair’

Sharan is suspected in bribery, fraud, breach of trust and Conspiracy to commit a crime. It was reported that the Israel Police extended his arrest in five days.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2017ByYONAH JEREMY BOB, UDI SHAHAM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at a memorial ceremony honoring the fallen of Israel's Six Day War in Latrun on Monday June 5, 2017.

Bubbles, boats, and beats: the Netanyahu scandals

Israel’s purchase of submarines from Germany plunges the Navy into scandal.

AUGUST 25, 2017ByYOSSI MELMAN

The Dolphin-class submarine first entered service in 2000

Former Netanyahu aide to provide information in ‘Submarine Case’

Police question Sara Netanyahu in ‘Residence Affair.’

AUGUST 3, 2017ByUDI SHAHAM

Sara Netanyahu sitting next to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

GRUMPY OLD MAN: Shakedown cruise

Whether or not a Netanyahu crony interceded on behalf of a German sub manufacturer, sooner or later we’re going to have to confront the issue of lawyers and influence peddling.

JULY 27, 2017ByLAWRENCE RIFKIN

German Submarine Affair: Fmr. security adviser released to house arrest

The Submarine Affair has engulfed top aides to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former top IDF officials now for months with major developments in recent weeks.

JULY 24, 2017ByYONAH JEREMY BOB

Think About It: A field day for Bibi-watchers

Netanyahu’s manner of warding off suspicion is exemplified by what he said in the Channel 20 interview about his receipt of cigars from his wealthy friends.

JULY 23, 2017BySUSAN HATTIS ROLEF