Israel defense news

Katz threatens to conquer more Lebanese territory if Hezbollah joins Iranian attacks on Israel

“If Hezbollah joins Iran in an attack on Israel, it will be dealt a heavy blow and lose additional territory in southern Lebanon, in the areas of Nabatieh and Litani," said the defense minister.

IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon.
Posters featuring portraits of the late Alireza Tangsiri and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei are held by attendees of a funeral procession for IRGC Navy Chief Alireza Tangsiri, alongside other senior naval commanders and their families who were killed in US-Israeli strikes in late March, on April 1, 2026.

Israel assassinated Iran's navy chief over fears he could lead a more dangerous IRGC - exclusive

Defense tech innovation.

US defense funding paths for Israeli tech: Navigating the Pentagon’s innovation gateways - opinion

Erez Winner, chairman of HaBithchonistim

Three years since October 7 IDSF-Habithonistim to hold conference


Spain blocks American ships carrying weapons for Israel

The two American bases in southern Spain are officially shared by the two allies, but Washington often uses it as a hub for troops, weapons, fuel and supplies bound further east.

People hold anti-war placards during a protest to call for a ceasefire in Gaza to mark 100 days since the start of the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Madrid, Spain, January 20, 2024; Illustrative.

Spain cancels third arms contract with Israel

The contract for Rafael Advanced Defense System's Litening 5 pods was signed in March 2024 and worth €207 million

Rafael's Litening 5 targeting pods

Israel proved technological supremacy over Iran, Rafael's Yuval Steinitz tells 'Post'

In an interview with the Jerusalem Post, the chairman of Rafael Advanced Defense Systems discussed the prowess of Israel's military technology and what lies ahead for the IDF.

Missiles launched from Iran are intercepted as seen from Ashkelon, Israel, June 18, 2025.

Spain steps up pressure on Israel with shipping, aircraft restrictions

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez to ban Israeli arms transit, boost PA, UNRWA aid, and embargo settlement goods.

Spanish soldiers stand during Exercise Dynamic Mariner 25 military drill training, which involves naval forces from several NATO members, at Retin beach, in the Atlantic Ocean, in Barbate, Spain, March 28, 2025.

Israeli defense firms face backlash at Poland’s premier arms expo

Police questioning and paint-splattered booths at Poland's MSPO weapons exhibition as Israel’s defense industry confronts growing European resistance over Gaza war

Polish soldiers at MSPO exhibition

Israel procures two new additional refueling aircraft for the IDF from Boeing

The contract’s scope is estimated at approximately half a billion dollars and is funded through US aid. The aircraft will replace the IAF’s fleet of Re’em Boeing 707 tankers.

Israel's new KC-46 aircraft.

SK Group becomes sole owner of ELVO, plans to expand global defense manufacturing

SK Group had previously been a shareholder in the Thessaloniki-based ELVO, but recently acquired all remaining shares.

ELVO factory.

IAI CEO: US should pick us to build the Golden Dome missile defense shield

IAI CEO Boaz Levy: ‘We built Arrow together with America; we can produce this system efficiently’

IAI CEO Boaz Levy.

Defense-tech is here to stay, even after the wars in Ukraine and Israel end - analysis

The takeaway is clear: security is no longer “insurance” for rare emergencies. It’s a cornerstone of sovereignty and economic stability.

IN THE melee of aerial threats during the Israel-Iran War, there was one rare incident where a single Apache helicopter (pictured) managed to shoot down six drones in only a couple minutes.

Ottopia's hybrid AI is pioneering the future of autonomous vehicles

Ottopia’s platform delivers ultra-low latency communication between human operators and machines, transmitting control signals and live video feeds seamlessly.

A person controls a Ottopia software.