Stories by Seth J. Frantzman

Israel, Argentina to expand defense cooperation

Israel, Argentina to expand defense cooperation
Israel, Argentina to expand defense cooperation

Though halfway around the world from each other, the two nations pledged new cooperation in cyber defense, drones and other defense areas.

New tech, including drones carrying blood, help injured Israeli soldiers survive

New tech, including drones carrying blood, help injured Israeli soldiers survive
New tech, including drones carrying blood, help injured Israeli soldiers survive

In a recent tour, Israel Defense Forces showcased new methods and technology that they say has halved the casualty rate for the seriously injured.

Israel to buy new corvettes, ‘hundreds’ of JLTVs

Israel to buy new corvettes, ‘hundreds’ of JLTVs
Israel to buy new corvettes, ‘hundreds’ of JLTVs

Israel has not specified how much each deal is worth, but in a statement described the two packages as a “multi-billion Shekel” expenditure.

Israel likely partner for Greece as it looks for integrated air defense systems

Israel likely partner for Greece as it looks for integrated air defense systems
Israel likely partner for Greece as it looks for integrated air defense systems

A pair of sources told Breaking Defense that Greece is in the fact-finding process of what systems Israeli might be willing to sell, as Athens looks for multi-layered air defense options.

Amid its own war, Israel sending Arrow 3 air defenses to Germany in 2025

Amid its own war, Israel sending Arrow 3 air defenses to Germany in 2025
Amid its own war, Israel sending Arrow 3 air defenses to Germany in 2025

“When we saw what was happening with Ukraine … we passed on a clear message that we remain committed to German national security …,” former Israeli ambassador to Germany Jeremy Issacharoff told Breaking Defense.

Israel signs $5.2 billion deal for 25 new F-15 fighter jets

Israel signs $5.2 billion deal for 25 new F-15 fighter jets
Israel signs $5.2 billion deal for 25 new F-15 fighter jets

The Israeli Ministry of Defense called the agreement, which will see new Boeing-made planes delivered in 2031, a “landmark transaction.”

Israel’s Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Gallant

Israel’s Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Gallant
Israel’s Netanyahu fires Defense Minister Gallant

The prime minister suggested there was a widening gulf of “trust” between the two high-profile Israeli officials, though opposition leaders and analysts sharply criticized the move.

After French court intervenes, Israeli firms rushing to get to Euronaval

After French court intervenes, Israeli firms rushing to get to Euronaval
After French court intervenes, Israeli firms rushing to get to Euronaval

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz congratulated the Israeli companies who had petitioned the French court on the outcome of the ruling, but firms are scrambling to figure out if they can get equipment to display at the show.

First German Leopard 2 tank gets Israeli Trophy Active Protection System

First German Leopard 2 tank gets Israeli Trophy Active Protection System
First German Leopard 2 tank gets Israeli Trophy Active Protection System

The system is already in use on Israeli armored vehicles, and is being upgraded based on Israel’s experience in the conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.

Israel signs $500 million deal to expand Iron Beam laser air defenses

Israel signs $500 million deal to expand Iron Beam laser air defenses
Israel signs $500 million deal to expand Iron Beam laser air defenses

The agreement comes days after Israel announced billions in US funding for air defenses, including Iron Beam.

IAI unveils new lightweight, electronic warfare-resistant ‘Teaser’ guided missile

IAI unveils new lightweight, electronic warfare-resistant ‘Teaser’ guided missile
IAI unveils new lightweight, electronic warfare-resistant ‘Teaser’ guided missile

The Israeli company said it took lessons from the electronic warfare-saturated Ukraine conflict for the weapon’s development.

Rafael rolls out Lite Beam laser, Trophy updates to protect vehicles from drone threats

Rafael rolls out Lite Beam laser, Trophy updates to protect vehicles from drone threats
Rafael rolls out Lite Beam laser, Trophy updates to protect vehicles from drone threats

“These solutions provide maneuvering forces with robust force protection and flexibility against a wide range of airborne threats, including UAVs,” Rafael said in a statement.

IAI, Aerotor planning APUS family of quadcopter drones

IAI, Aerotor planning APUS family of quadcopter drones
IAI, Aerotor planning APUS family of quadcopter drones

Moshe Levy, manager of the Military Aircraft Group at IAI, told Breaking Defense that to increase distance and capacity, the quadcopter design will use fuel instead of batteries.

In a year of war since Oct. 7, Israel introduced new battlefield tech, honed its organization

In a year of war since Oct. 7, Israel introduced new battlefield tech, honed its organization
In a year of war since Oct. 7, Israel introduced new battlefield tech, honed its organization

A year ago today, Hamas attacked Israel, catching Jerusalem off guard. Since, the Israel Defense Forces have worked to adapt.

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