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Israel set for first-ever F-35 external fuel tank upgrade in force buildup push
New capability would reduce reliance on aerial refueling and improve operational flexibility in long-range missions. But it remains unclear if it would affect aircraft's stealth capabilities
Hezbollah tries to shoot down Air Force fighter jet with surface-to-air missile
IAF helicopter malfunctions during Lebanon rescue, IDF says not hit by enemy fire
Who flew Israel’s first F-35 mission? Meet the man taking the stage in New York
US asks Lebanon to return undetonated GBU-39 bomb, fearing it could reach Russia, China - report
The GBU-39 is a glide bomb manufactured by Boeing. Once launched, it deploys wings and can glide up to 110 km, despite lacking its own engine.
IAF pilots reveal rapid approvals, zero-mistake hit on Hezbollah military chief Ali Tabatabai
An IAF combat pilot from the targeted-killings team reveals the intel break, rapid approvals, and two-floor precision strike that killed Hezbollah chief of staff Haytham Ali Tabatabai in Beirut.
Israel Air Force strikes terror targets east of Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip
The targets were reportedly located to the east of Khan Yunis.
WATCH: 15 terrorists emerge from Rafah tunnel, some arrested alive
Gunmen crossed east of Gaza’s Yellow Line, marking the boundary for IDF-controlled territory, and approached troops before being struck by the Air Force, according to the IDF.
Air Force forms new elite unit to guard bases after Oct. 7, IDF says
Israel sets up base-defense force under Wing 7 alongside Shaldag and Unit 669, with rapid helicopter response and upgraded perimeter systems.
WATCH: IDF kills three terrorists, destroys terror infrastructure during southern Lebanon ops.
Soldiers from the IDF's 228th and 300th Brigades took part in the operations, under the command of the 91st Division.
Israel spied on Iran air defense movement ahead of succesful Operation Rising Lion - N12
Officials described in detail the entire system that was able to identify Iranian threats during the 12-day war in June and directed the Israel Air Force on where to operate.
Top brass in limbo: Pressure builds as Katz blocks Zamir's key IDF appointments
Since becoming the defense minister in November 2024, Israel Katz has successfully blocked multiple appointments.
IDF carries out 'powerful strikes' in Gaza following Hamas ceasefire breach, PMO confirms
Prime Minister Netanyahu immediately ordered the strikes after a security assessment with defense officials.
The IDF celebrates one year since crippling attack on Iranian air defenses
The October 2024 precision strikes targeted and destroyed ballistic missile launch sites and arms manufacturing facilities.
