Israel seizes Hamas maritime arms shipment

A joint operation by the Israeli Navy and the Israeli Security Agency (ISA, Shin Bet) foiled the attempted smuggling of components for the production of weapons for terrorist organizations in…

Israeli navy successfully tests C-Dome system

The first live-fire tests of ‘C-Dome’ interceptions from aboard the Navy’s Sa’ar 6 corvettes has been conducted. By Erin Viner The ‘C-Dome’ onboard missile defense system system is an advanced…

Israel signs $3.4b sub deal with German firm

Germany's Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems will build 3 advanced submarines for the Israeli Navy, announced the Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMoD). By Erin Viner The first of the submarines, part a new…

Germany delivers 2nd warship to Israel

The Israeli Navy welcomed the arrival of the 2nd of 4 German-built warships. The Sa’ar 6 class corvette, inaugurated as the INS “Oz” (meaning “courage” in Hebrew docked at the…

Israel’s Iron Dome hits decade-mark

Israel’s security establishment held a ceremony to mark one decade since activation of the country’s Iron Dome anti-missile defense system. Alternate Premier and Defense Minister Benny Gantz joined Economy Minister…

Israel reveals Iron Dome upgrade

Israel’s Iron Dome Weapon System (IDDS) has just been significantly advanced. The newest version of the anti-missile defense system will be delivered to the Israeli Air Force (IAF) and the…

IDF 2020 activity summary

The Israeli Defense Forces revealed the extent of activity on all fronts in protection of the nation and its citizens in a year end report on 2020. IDF activities over…

IDF captures Hamas arms smugglers

It has been cleared for publication that the Israeli Navy successfully thwarted a weapons smuggling attempt into the Gaza Strip. According to IDF Commander of Southern Naval Operations Col. Amir…