Rafael Advanced Defense Systems

Rafael's Spike missile successfully fired from German unmanned ground vehicle

The firing tests mark the first successful firing of the popular missile from an unmanned ground platform

Diehl Defence UGV (Unmanned Ground Vehicle) Ziesel
Rafael's Trophy on the Leopard tank

Norway to buy Rafael's Trophy protection system

The Iron Beam laser defense system, pictured in December 2025.

IDF: Iron Beam laser saw limited use in Iran war due to lack of batteries, 14 needed

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.

Despite tensions, dozens of Israeli companies set to head to Eurosatory 2026


Lauder Center holds job fair for residents of Israel's north

Participants in the event enjoyed a special lecture by Israeli artist Lior Kalfon.

A job fair held by the Lauder Center for the Advancement of Employment in the Galilee.

Israel tests SPYDER air defense system amid rising drone threat

The new UAV interception capabilities can be added to another recent addition in SPYDER - an upgrade tailored to defend against ballistic missile attacks. 

 Rafael, Maf'at, and the Defense Ministry have successfully completed an experiment in the Rafael-made SPYDER All -in-one air-defense system. January 10, 2024.

US to deliver precision weapons to Israel to help lower civilian casualties - report

World leaders have expressed concern with the number of civilians being reported killed in the fighting in the Gaza Strip.

 Quad rack with 4x Rafael SPICE 250 glide bomb (mockup)

US to begin producing missiles for Iron Dome in 2025

A budget of $33 million has been earmarked to establish a production facility in Arkansas.


Israel's new Barak super tank: The future of Middle East warfare? - analysis

From the point of view of the Defense Ministry and IDF, the new Barak tank is the most advanced tank in the world today.

 The new Israeli "Barak" tank

Israel to have partial laser defenses by next year - Rafael chair

"One year from now – Israel will be the first country to have partial laser protection. In two years there may be complete protection," said Yuval Steinitz.

Israel's ground-breaking laser system experiment carried out in the south of the country by the Defense Ministry’s Directorate of Research and Development (DDR&D, or MAFAT in Hebrew) and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.

US Marines move forward with purchase of Israel's Iron Dome

As part of the deal, the Marine Corps will purchase 44 Iron Dome launchers and 1,840 Tamir interceptors.

 The Iron Dome air defense missile systems is seen during operational trials conducted following the conclusion Operation Shield and Arrow on May 14, 2023

Israel's record exports can benefit the world in a time marked by instability - editorial

The Defense Ministry notes that geopolitical changes occurring in Europe and Asia have generated significant demand for Israel's cutting-edge systems.

 The Iron Dome air defense missile systems is seen during operational trials conducted following the conclusion Operation Shield and Arrow on May 14, 2023

'Sky Sonic': Israel's Rafael developing anti-hypersonic missile for combat

Russia, China, and Iran have all made various claims about possessing or working on developing such advanced missiles.

 The Spike anti-tank missile, made by Israeli defense contractor Rafael.

Israel signs $400m. deal to sell Greece anti-tank Spike missiles

The announced deal comes shortly after a similar deal for Israel to provide Finland with the David's Sling air defense system.

 The Spike anti-tank missile, made by Israeli defense contractor Rafael.