Amid embargoes, how independent can Israel’s defense industry be?
Analysts agree with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel could become more self-sufficient, but there are clear limits to the push.
Lasers in the field: Iron Beam clears last test before operational use
The Israeli MoD called today’s news a “global technological and engineering breakthrough.”
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Constantly evolving aerial threats demand training that adapts accordingly
With potential adversaries no longer predictable, training must move beyond just live exercises and flight simulators.
Rafael unveils Iron Beam 450 laser air defense for DSEI
Iron Beam 450 derives its name from the 450mm aperture of the system.
Rafael and Hyundai Rotem agreement paves way for Trophy APS on Korean-made tanks
“This agreement represents a shared commitment to advancing battlefield survivability for next-generation armored platforms,” said Tzvi Marmor, Rafael’s executive vice president and head of land and naval systems division, according to a company announcement.
Israeli firms say they will participate in DSEI, despite ban on officials
The British government linked the lack of official invite to Israel's conduct in Gaza, a move condemned by the Israeli Ministry of Defense.
Israel to acquire more KC-46A refuelers, invest $1.5 billion in armored vehicles
The ministry said it also plans to heavily invest in first-person-view drones.
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An autonomy blueprint is essential to keep legacy platforms relevant in modern warfare
It’s about improving existing platforms with autonomy, and applying AI, edge computing, quantum encryption, and sensor fusion.
Israeli robotic defense firm sees ‘big change’ in unmanned combat
Yossi Wolf, CEO of Roboteam, looks at the robotic revolution in Israel and how it shaped the recent war, and the lessons learned for the future.
As electronic warfare pervades battlefields, Israeli firm is thinking smaller with anti-jam tech
An electronic warfare-saturated battlefield is upon us, Omer Sharar, co-founder and CEO of infiniDome, told Breaking Defense, and small drones and munitions are going to need protection.
Romania selects Rafael’s Spyder air defense system
The total amount of the deal will be worth more than $2.3 billion, according to an official statement.
Israel moves to ‘significantly accelerate’ acquisition of more Arrow interceptors
The Arrow 2 and 3 systems make up the highest tier of Israel's air defense, working in tandem with David's Sling and Iron Dome.
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New missile defenses, EW tactics aided Israel during 12-day Iran conflict
“This revolution is reshaping the future of modern warfare,” Eric Mandel, director of the Middle East Political Information Network, told Breaking Defense.
Left of boom: Israeli strikes concentrate on Iranian missile threat
"We have delivered significant blows to the Iranian regime, and as such, they have been pushed back into central Iran," an IDF spokesperson said.
Israel targets Iranian military leaders, nuclear sites in wave of strikes: IDF
The US said Israel acted "unilaterally," though President Donald Trump warned of more "brutal" Israeli attacks to come.
Armed with lasers, Rafael to show off air defenses at Paris Airshow
Israeli firm Rafael will show off three different laser defenses at Le Bourget.