Israel says it struck more than 500 targets in Iran with 200 warplanes
The US and Israel together launched a surprise, "massive" attack on sites throughout Iran beginning early Saturday.
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."
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Not just selling into the kingdom, but building partnership with Saudi Arabia’s defense industry
Partnerships with outside industry are a cornerstone of the kingdom’s ambitious growth strategy.
Rafael expects Iron Beam laser to be active in 2025: Exec
The Oct. 7 attacks have not had a major impact yet on the company’s bottom line, a top executive tells Breaking Defense.
As Israel’s air force reservists join protests, country faces potential turning point
Israeli lawmakers passed a key part of the controversial reform package Sunday, as protest spread among military reservists.
US, Israel finalize deal for 12 heavy-lift helos, two KC-46s
The deal includes 12 King Stallions with options for an additional six in the future.
Israel To Request America’s New GBU-72 Bunker Buster Bomb
Israeli planners have shared operational lessons from their recent heavy use of the GBU-28 bomb with the US Air Force in order to help develop operational profiles for the GBU-72.
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How the “Doomsday Plane” contract highlights the rise of mid-tier primes
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Israel Wants To Put New Equipment Inside The F-35: Exclusive Q&A With Top Officer
The goal, said Brig. Gen. Nir Barkan, Israeli Air Force Chief of the Air Staff and Vice Commander of the IAF, is to add Israeli-made gear inside the F-35.
Upgraded Iron Dome Defeats Drones & Rockets In Test
The attacks by different types of threats was modeled on Iranian tactics. Now the US will get the same upgrades.
Israeli Cabinet OKs $9B US Arms Deal; Boeing KC-46As Top List
The $9 billion is aimed at purchasing the KC-46As, a new heavy helicopter to replace the Israeli air force CH-53, the purchase of V-22s, all this in addition to more F-35s and F-15 EXs. The estimated price of the KC-46As will be $1 billion.
Rafael CEO: Israeli Firm Plans US Expansion EXCLUSIVE
The Rafael CEO confirmed for the first time that Rafael is developing next-generation air-to-air missiles to combat cruise missiles.
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The uncrewed revolution: MQ-9B and Gambit Series forge a path to regional air dominance
The MQ-9B and Gambit Series represent parallel capabilities that address global challenges for security head-on.
Bibi Said Yes To F-35 Sale To UAE, Eye On Normalized Relations
"Bibi used his open line to the White House to give the OK for this deal," an Israeli source told Breaking D. He did not disclose the F-35 OK to anyone, including Benny Ganz, Israel's defense minister and alternative prime minister.
Israeli Defense Minister Presses For Israeli V-22s
Earlier this year, the purchase of 12 tiltrotors was indefinitely postponed for lack of funds. Now the new defense minister – and prospective prime minister – wants to change that.
US-Israel Talks Focus On Iran, Syria, & Arms
Israeli defense ministry officials told their Pentagon counterparts that the US underestimates the danger from Tehran. Israel is also seeking more US-made F-35s, F-15s, and KC-46As.
Israel Strikes Syria, Warns Russia Over Iranian Missiles
A Russian fighter reportedly shadowed an Israeli strike plane attacking Iranian-linked targets.