Israel defense news

IDF redeployment hinges on Hezbollah disarmament, US officials say ahead of Netanyahu-Trump summit

“The conditions-based deal between Israel and Lebanon states that Israel will redeploy its troops from Lebanese territory in exchange for Hezbollah’s disarmament," officials told Walla.

IDF soldiers in the Bint Jbail stadium, southern Lebanon, July 15, 2026.
A person holds a placard representing a US flag, with an image of Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on a billboard in the background, on the day of a ceremony marking 40 days since Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed, in Tehran, Iran, April 9, 2026.

US will blame Israel if large-scale attacks against Iran fail, former defense official warns

IDF destroys four Hamas tunnels in Gaza over weekend, April 14, 2026.

Officials warn deployment of ISF could strengthen Hamas, restrict IDF operations in Gaza

US President Donald Trump gestures as he steps off Air Force One to board the new Qatari-gifted Boeing plane, enroute to the United States following his participation in the NATO Summit at Royal Air Force Mildenhall on July 08, 2026 in Mildenhall, England.

Withdrawal cannot be a gesture of faith: US, Israel must align on Lebanon - editorial


State of the art: How effective is Israel's defense technology?

Israel's tri-factor military umbrella system was born out of historical vulnerability. However, the technology failed the nation on Oct 7. Did its success on April 14 redeem it?

 Israel's Iron Dome anti-missile system intercepts rockets launched from the Gaza Strip, as seen from the city of Ashkelon, Israel, October 9, 2023

A new spark: Israel's Elbit unveils advanced Hermes 650 drone

Elbit Systems unveiled the Hermes™ 650 Spark, the latest in their line of Hermes UAS drones.

 The new Hermes 650™ Spark UAS drone by Elbit Systems.

Why Netanyahu's government is a huge danger to Israel's defense industry - opinion

Netanyahu promised massive investments in the defense industries to reduce dependence on foreign powers, but the industry is in its prime and doesn't need money but rather technological innovation.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visiting an Iron Dome battery in a central Israeli Air Force base, May 11, 2023

IDF ready to crush rule of Hamas in Gaza, spokesperson says

The IDF spokesperson warned Israeli citizens not to become complacent, noting that Hamas still "has significant capabilities" even after eight days of overwhelming IDF air strikes.

 An Israeli soldier looks out from a tank at sunset as an artillery unit gathers near Israel's border with the Gaza Strip, in southern Israel, October 12, 2023.

Israel's Elbit to provide military tech to Europe in $200 million deal

The Israeli defense firm will supply a C4I (Command, Control, Communication, Computers, Intelligence) solution to the customer’s artillery battalions.

 Elbit's TORCH-X Fire application from their C4I system.

IDF reservists mostly still serving despite Knesset judiciary vote

IDF reservists have, for the most part, not followed through on their threats to refuse to show up for reserve duty when called.


Israel plans first-ever sale of flagship Merkava tank to European country

Israeli defense products are seeing record demand due to the high cost of supplying Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion.

Tank crews from the Seventh Brigade's 75th Battalion train with their new Merkava Mk. 4 tanks

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

IDF, Shin Bet, Mossad projects awarded Israel's Defense Prize for 2023

President Herzog and Defense Minister Gallant awarded the 2023 Israel Defense Prize to four projects in a ceremony at the president's home in Jerusalem.

The 2023 Israel Defense Prize winners protect their identities.

IDF’s electronic warfare role jumps forward in current major IDF drill

IDF officer gives Jpost rare insight into classified unit

 One of 75 pictures chosen from the IDF archives, on the occasion of the IDF's 75th anniversary.