weapons

Lebanon:

IDF troops discover antitank missile post in Lebanon

Antitank missile post and various weapons located, targeted, in southern Lebanon.

Defense Ministry: 50 cargo planes deliver weapons to Israel

Cargo aircraft carrying more than 1,000 tons of weapons, military equipment, and munitions have landed in Israel over the past 10 days, Defense Ministry says.

RPG missile swept out to Zikim beach

Missile believed to have been used during October 7 massacre found swept up onto Zikim Beach.

German court rejects lawsuit over weapons exports to Israel

Germany’s Federal Constitutional Court dismisses a Palestinian Arab’s lawsuit challenging Germany’s weapons exports to Israel.

Watch: Dancing at a wedding - with drawn weapons

Security forces raid event hall near Maaleh Adumim, following reports of illegal weapons at an Arab wedding.

Unusual weapons cache discovered near Dimona reactor

Teen playing 'Pokemon Go' near Dimona discovers unusual weapons cache near nuclear reactor.

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The surprising places weapons were found in Judea & Samaria

IDF, ISA and Border Police forces carried out brigade-level operations in several areas in Judea and Samaria. 7 terrorists who were planning attacks against IDF forces were arrested, and explosives and weapons were located - including a 'Carlo' hidden in a microwave.

Germany cancels arms embargo on Israel

Germany to renew weapons shipments to Israel next week, following embargo in August.

Full magazine found aboard flight, passengers evacuated

Passengers deplane after pistol magazine found on Frontier Airlines flight; police and FBI investigate.

Over two years later:

Terrorists' weapons, used during Oct. 7 massacre, found in Be'eri

Over two years after the October 7 massacre, weapons and communications devices used by Hamas terrorists to massacre the community are found in Kibbutz Be'eri's preschool.

German chancellor announces weapons embargo on Israel

Germany won't approve transfer of military equipment to Israel, report claims.

Israel's defense industry is booming

Israel’s defense industry is booming even louder than the cannon on one of its Merkava main battle tanks. The best may be yet to come. Opinion.

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IDF seizes 3 tons of weapons on Mt. Hermon

Troops of the 810th Brigade identified several central commando headquarters of the former Syrian regime in the Mount Hermon area, which were responsible for the Syria-Lebanon region during the Assad regime period.

Protester who harassed policewoman indicted on weapons charges

An indictment was filed against Eyal Yaffe for illegal possession of weapons and ammunition in his home. Among the items were stun and gas grenades, a Kalashnikov, and a submachine gun.

Shipment of 2,000-pound bombs from US arrives in Israel

Shipment of MK-84 bombs that had been held up by the Biden Administration and released by the Trump Administration arrives in Israel.

ANALYSIS:

What led to the IDF op in Jenin—and why it won’t be the last

The city is a magnet for weapons, Iranian and Hamas-fueled terrorism, and gunmen who are increasingly using deadly IEDs, and blatantly use mosques, schools and hospitals.

Trump:

'A lot of things that were not sent to Israel are on their way'

US President confirms reports that he has instructed to release hold on 2,000-pound bombs intended for shipment to Israel and which were frozen by Biden.

Trump orders Pentagon: Release hold on weapons to Israel

White House instructs Pentagon to send 2,000-pound bombs to Israel, after the shipment was paused by the Biden administration last May.

Since October:

85,000 Hezbollah weapons seized in southern Lebanon

Since the beginning of the ground operation in southern Lebanon, the IDF has confiscated over 85,000 weapons, missiles, and military items, including rocket launchers, anti-tank missiles, RPGs, rifles, explosives, munitions, anti-aircraft missiles, observation devices, and military vehicles.

US probing Spain’s denials of cargo ships carrying arms to Israel

Federal Maritime Commission launches investigation into allegations that Spain has been denying port access to cargo vessels reportedly transporting US weapons to Israel.

Various weapon systems in Hezbollah use seen in the past few days

IDF forces in southern Lebanon have found various weapon systems originating from Iran, Russia, Syria, and China, as well as the first known instance of a weapon with North Korean origins. Report.

WSJ: Much of the seized Hezbollah weapons are Russian-made

A full 60-70% of weapons found in southern Lebanon at the start of the IDF's ground invasion were Russian-made; experts unsure of whether they were taken from Syria or signal increased cooperation between Russia and Hezbollah, report says.

Biden allows Ukraine to use long-range US weapons

US President approves Ukraine’s use of advanced long-range American weapons within Russian territory.

Watch: Unusual stockpile of weapons discovered in northern Israel

Police uncover large stockpile of weapons in Isfiya, arrest several suspects following questioning.

Over weapons to Israel

Spain refuses to permit vessel to dock

Maersk confirms one of its container vessels was refused permission to dock at Spain's Algeciras port due to alleged weapons shipments for Israel, stresses no weapons are being transported to Israel.

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Police locate weapons 10 meters underground - in northern Israel

Large cache of weapons, ammunition, and military vests discovered in tunnel dug under home in Kafr Salem near Haifa.

Hezbollah weapons storage facilities in Tyre targeted

The IAF struck Hezbollah weapons and anti-tank-missile storage facilities, terrorist infrastructure, and observation posts in the area of Tyre in southern Lebanon.

Missiles, RPG found in southern Lebanon mosque

Soldiers from the 205th Reserve Brigade located a weapons storage facility containing grenade launchers, shoulder-fired missiles, RPGs, combat vests, Kornet missiles, and other weapons that were hidden in a mosque in the heart of a civilian neighborhood.

Report: Iran using civilian aircraft for weapons smuggling

Well-known airline smuggling Iranian weapons and fighters to Syria, Lebanon.

Report: Delayed weapons shipment to be sent to Israel

US to send Israel half-ton bombs, examining ways to speed up weapons transfer if need arises, report says.

US report: Delayed weapons shipment on its way to Israel

US sending Israel 500-pound bombs after two-month delay, shipment of larger bombs still delayed.

Sweden:

Teen found guilty of taking weapon to Israeli embassy

Swedish court finds 15-year-old boy guilty of possession of a semi-automatic weapon while heading to the Israeli embassy in Stockholm in a taxi.

'Deceptions and lies'

Lebanon denies weapons are stored at Beirut airport

Lebanese air transport association denies report in The Telegraph that Hezbollah has been storing at Beirut’s main airport, invites journalists for a tour.

Unusual incident:

9 soldiers injured in munitions explosion in Tze'elim base

Two IDF soldiers seriously injured, two soldiers moderately injured and five other soldiers lightly injured. The incident is being investigated.

Pentagon spokesman:

'No final decision on paused weapons shipment'

Pentagon Press Secretary Patrick Ryder tells Channel 13 News: We’re going to continue to provide Israel with the munitions it needs to defend itself.

Spain:

'We won't allow ships carrying arms to Israel at our ports'

Spanish Foreign Minister says his country will not be allowing ships carrying arms to Israel to call at its ports because "the Middle East does not need more weapons, it needs more peace."

Biden administration:

'Israel may have used US weapons illegally in Gaza'

New State Department report says it is “reasonable to assess” that US weapons have been used by Israeli forces in Gaza in ways that are “inconsistent” with international humanitarian law.

56 Congress members call to withhold offensive arms from Israel

Demand to withhold offensive arms from Israel 'picks up steam' as additional members of Congress sign letter in aftermath of World Central Kitchen employees' deaths.

The new queens of battle

We have the manufacturing skills to produce both heavy artillery and battlefield rocket systems. With enough investment, we could transform these particular weapons into major, export items, whose profits would subsidize our own necessary military build up. Op-ed.

The haredim are our secret weapon

The rest of the world is also beginning to recognize the unique value of Israel’s religiously committed population.

Report: US may slow defense support for Israel

US may increase bureaucratic difficulties for weapons shipments, slowing deliveries without issuing a formal statement, report says.

The Israeli lesson for Western democracies

All democracies must reorganize their defense establishments to adopt a new war footing, just as Israel has been forced to do. Op-ed.

Report:

White House asks for list of Israel-bound weapons

The White House recently asked the State Department and the Pentagon for a list of all weapons transfers to Israel that are planned or are up for approval in the coming weeks.

Guns stolen from Gaza hidden in Hadera school

Reservist allegedly stole multiple rifles and other items from Hamas terrorists and hid them in the school where he works.

Minister to senior IDF rep.:

Why are weapons taken from Judea & Samaria 1st response teams?

IDF representative to the cabinet explained that the reduction of weapons in the region is due to the release of IDF reservists.

One of largest weapons depots in Gaza found near medical clinic

Hundreds of rockets, launchers, long-range rockets, UAVs, and ready-to-use explosive devices found near a medical clinic and school in Gaza.

IDF finds mortar shells and weapons inside Gaza kindergarten

IDF troops locate dozens of mortar shells and weapons were hidden by Hamas in kindergarten and elementary school.

Ben-Gvir: 1,700 weapon licenses issued daily

Since Oct. 7, 236,006 applications for private weapons licenses have been submitted to the Ministry of National Security firearms division.

Report: Israel promised not to distribute M16s in Judea, Samaria

Biden administration sold Israel M16s on condition they would not be distributed to security squads in Judea and Samaria, report says.

Ben-Gvir: 'Remove the shackles from police and soldiers'

The Ministerial Committee approved a bill to avoid prosecuting police officers and soldiers for actions taken while protecting IDF bases.

Weapons reform:

Civilian who neutralizes terrorist won't have weapon taken

Min. Itamar Ben Gvir and Israel Police agree on new policy allowing civilians who neutralize active terrorists to maintain their weapons.

Ben Gvir to Mayor of Tayibe:

'Your friends are voting against the weapons law'

National Security Minister tells Mayor of Arab city that the Arab MKs opposed a law meant to fight the phenomenon of illegal weapons.

Weapons found in cookie jar in central Israel

Police uncover weapons hidden in cookie jar in Lod school.

German cops seize grenades, crossbow from far-right extremist

Search of anti-government group follower's home also reveals stash of thousands of rounds of ammo, semiautomatic pistols, clubs and knives.

Three arrested for importing weapons parts hidden in toys

Joint operation reveals: Toys sent in packages from abroad are found to contain weapons parts.

Weapon stolen from supermarket security guard in central Israel

Two suspects wearing helmets attack security guard in Petah Tikva, steal his personal weapon.

Ukraine:

'We received just 10 percent of the weapons we requested'

Ukraine's deputy defense minister says the country has received just 10 percent of the weapons it requested from the West.

Police: Arabs accounted for 82% of crimes with deadly firearms

While Arab citizens account for an overwhelming majority of deadly weapons cases in the country, only a small number end up behind bars.

Security forces thwart attempt to smuggle 2.5m worth of drugs

IDF and Israel Police troops thwart smuggling attempt of 37 weapons and drugs worth 2,500,000 NIS.

Attempted smuggling of 7,000 bullets to Gaza thwarted

Customs officials in southern Israel discover 7,000 9mm bullets hidden in rolls of insulation material.