Navy

Israel, Greece conduct joint naval exercise for operational scenarios, sinking hostile ships

The exercise, attended by the commanders of both countries' navies, highlights the growing military cooperation between Jerusalem and Athens and could also be interpreted as a signal to Ankara.

An Israeli Navy patrol boat sails off the coast of Haifa, as seen from Haifa beach, May 26, 2026.
Turkish Navy frigate Gaziantep escorts drilling vessel Fatih off the Mediterranean resort city of Antalya, Turkey.

Why Libya’s embrace of Turkey’s maritime deal reshapes the Mediterranean alignment - analysis

Lawmakers in Libya's House of Representatives, Benghazi, October 2026; illustrative.

Libya's HoR ratifying Turkey maritime deal 'very troubling' for Israeli security, expert to 'Post'

Turkish Navy's Kilic-class fast attack craft participate in a ceremonial parade during the Denizkurdu-I/2026 Exercise in the Eastern Mediterranean, off the coast of Aksaz, at Marmaris in Mugla, on September 24, 2026.

Israel condemns eastern Libyan parliament's policy flip, ratification of Turkey maritime deal


Gaza flotilla postpones mission to 2027 after mechanical failures, migrant deaths at sea

According to the organizers, the delays significantly narrowed the time remaining for the voyage, prompting a decision to postpone the attempt to reach Gaza until spring 2027.

Israeli soldiers seen on a vessel belonging to the Global Sumud Flotilla as seen from Ashdod, May 19, 2026.

Iranian fishermen scramble for loot from sunken container ship after explosion

A massive shipment containing hundreds of brand-new iPhones, luxury French perfumes, and other consumer goods spilled into the sea following the sinking of the container ship "GFS Pride."

Boats are seen anchored at the Five-Step local fishing harbour in the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on September 5, 2026

Spanish PM Sanchez: Unauthorized Moroccan navy ships entered Spanish waters during Ceuta crisis

"We must acknowledge that, between two neighboring countries, such isolated incidents do occur," TVE quoted Sanchez as saying. It did not quote Sanchez addressing the specifics of the El Pais report.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez speaks at a press conference before summer break, at Moncloa Palace in Madrid, Spain, July 28, 2025.

Taiwan moves senior navy commander to Coast Guard to strengthen wartime integration against China

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said he expected Yuan Sheng-hua would use his experience to promote coordination between the navy and the Coast Guard.

Four M109 Special Operations Assault Boats sails through with a Taiwan Coast Guard patrol vessel (back) at a navy base as part of annual Han Kuang military exercise in Kaohsiung on August 8, 2026.

EU's Kallas pushes to reinforce Operation Aspides in the Red Sea amid Houthis attacks

The EU defense ministries are expected to discuss this issue on Monday. Another meeting is scheduled for October 12.

European Commission Vice President Kaja Kallas speaks during a news conference ahead of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, on September 21, 2026.

Up Periscope! A deep dive inside Israel’s newest 'Drakon' submarine at sea

The Jerusalem Post visited the new 'INS Drakon' at sea near Haifa. The submarine's commander told the Post that it will allow the IDF to "get to any enemy, anywhere."

Soldiers stand aboard the INS Drakon in images released on September 24, 2026.

Israel’s new Drakon submarine could help Navy support missions in Iran, Yemen - preview

The Jerusalem Post visited the new INS Drakon at sea near Haifa. The submarine's commander told the Post that it will allow the IDF to "get to any enemy, anywhere."

A soldier stands aboard an INS submarine in images released on September 24, 2026.

Nine Kazakh soldiers dead, seven missing after being swept out to sea during Caspian naval exercise

The incident occured in Kazakhstan's western Mangistau region, which adjoins the Caspian Sea.

Navy ships of Iran and Azerbaijan move during an exercise between Iran and Azerbaijan in the Caspian Sea.

How naval combat with Hamas after Oct. 7 transformed a low-ranked soldier into an officer

Israel Navy officer "O," recently graduated from his officer cadets course, after spending a nearly unprecedented 18 months as a regular non-officer mandatory service navy combat fighter.

Naval officer “O” pictured during his military service.

Shayetet 13 Navy SEALs conduct counterterror raids near Hebron, West Bank overnight

The details of the operation were not made public, but the IDF noted that there had been increased terror activity stemming from the area of operation. 

 Shayetet 13 operatives.