Defense Ministry

Following extensive legal battle:

IDF undertaker recognized as disabled veteran

Court overturns Defense Ministry’s rejection, acknowledges trauma endured by long-serving military undertaker exposed to Israel’s most harrowing disasters.

Defense Ministry:

Rescue flights for Israelis abroad to begin within 72 hours

Flights from Athens, Larnaca, New York, and Bangkok to bring essential personnel back to Israel, no outbound flights permitted as around 150,000 Israelis remain stranded abroad.

Trump's Gaza Plan:

Defense Minister appoints head of Gaza Emigration Authority

Minister Katz explains how the immigration management will work to prepare and enable a safe and monitored passage of Gaza residents for voluntary departure to third countries.

First Rehabilitation Conference:

'16,000 wounded security personnel since October 7th'

Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, opened the first international conference of the Rehabilitation Department today (Tuesday) at Tel Aviv University.

1200 shelters to be installed near northern border

The Ministry of Defense has announced significant upgrades to the defenses of 17 towns near Israel's border with Lebanon.

Defense Minister Katz:

Maj. Gen. Amir Baram appointed Defense Min. Dir. General

Defense Minister Israel Katz decided today to appoint Deputy Chief of Staff, Major General Amir Baram, to the position of Director General of the Ministry of Defense.

Eyal Zamir:

'Our enemies underestimate us, we will stand strong against them'

Incoming Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir delivered his first speech this evening in anticipation of his replacing Herzi Halevi at the head of the IDF.

Israel signs 1 Billion NIS defense deals with Elbit Systems

Elbit will supply the Defense Ministry with thousands of heavy air munitions and establish a plant to produce raw materials that were sourced mainly from abroad before the war.

560 million euro deal:

Israel sells Barak MX air defense system to Slovakia

The BARAK MX Integrated Air Defense System is designed to counter current and future aerial threats, including ballistic threats.

Defense Ministry:

Over 13,500 soldiers wounded in the war

The Defense Ministry's Department of Rehabilitation published data on the soldiers it is currently treating. 66% of wounded soldiers are reservists.

Made in Israel:

Ministry of Defense buys Israeli missile cruisers

The Ministry of Defense will acquire five advanced "Reshef" missile ships from Israel Shipyards, with a total value of approximately $780M (NIS 2.8B).

Defense Ministry:

Elbit to supply advanced drones, autonomous systems

Israel MOD purchases advanced drones and autonomous systems from Elbit Systems for approximately $40M.

Defense Minister Katz meets Argentinian counterpart

Argentinian Defense Minister Dr. Luis Alfonso Petri delivered a message from President Javier Milei reaffirming Argentina's steadfast support for Israel's right to self-defense.

Israeli defense exports hit record numbers during war

Defense Export Control Agency (DECA) reveals that it has issued 13,497 marketing licenses and 5,677 new export licenses since October 7, 2023.

US Marines complete first-ever training integrating Iron Dome

US Marines successfully Complete first live-fire training with an air defense system integrating the Iron Dome interceptor.

One Year Later:

12,000 injured soldiers in Gaza and Lebanon

The Defense Ministry has published figures regarding the number of new cases in the rehabilitation department.

Ministry of Defense Spokesperson:

Israel and Germany launch agreement for tank protection system

Historic ceremony in Germany marks the launch of the first Leopard Tank equipped with Israeli TROPHY Active Protection System

Ch. 12 commentator explains:

How Sa'ar's appointment as Defense Minister was thwarted

Amit Segal describes the events behind the scenes in the talks between Benjamin Netanyahu and Gideon Sa'ar that led to the dramatic announcement by Sa'ar.

Bolstering the northern border:

97 rapid response units re-equipped

Defense Ministry acquires 9,000 'Arad' weapons, to the tune of 50 million NIS, to equip rapid response teams around Israel.

Israel receives 500th aircraft in joint operation

Israel receives 500th military supply aircraft in ongoing airlift operation.

Defense Ministry signs $23m deal for tank, APC components

Israel Ministry of Defense signs over $23 million deal with Ashot Ashkelon for Merkava tank and Namer APC components.

Israel to begin manufacturing aircraft munitions

The decision is part of an attempt to improve the IDF's logistics and independence of foreign manufacturers.

Due to war:

IDF acquires precision-guided mortars - at a cost of $190m

Israel Ministry of Defense acquires over $220 million worth of "Iron Sting" precision-guided mortar munitions from Elbit Systems.

Near the security fence:

Two Defense Ministry employees lightly injured in explosion

IDF searches for terrorists after two Defense Ministry employees lightly injured in explosion near security fence in the Gilboa area.

PM to Defense Min.:

'No approval to found hospital for Gazans within Israel'

A proposed hospital in Israeli territory which would treat Gazan children 'will not be founded' due to opposition from the Prime Minister himself, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office tells Defense Ministry.

Disabled veteran throws stun grenade at security guards

Disabled IDF veteran with history of violent acts throws explosive at guards at Defense Ministry rehabilitation facility.

Smotrich:

Fake news from the Ministry of Defense

In the last 24 hours, the Ministry of Defense has been issuing publications against the Minister of Finance, claiming that he is stopping the purchase of new ammunition for the IDF.

Defense Ministry lays out plan for victims of PTSD

Defense Ministry triples budget allocated to supporting organizations which aid soldiers who suffered trauma while fighting in battle.

IDF closes ILS 2.8B weapons deal with Elbit

The Defense Ministry has placed an order for ILS 2.8B with Elbit Systems in an attempt to support Israeli manufacturing.

5 soldiers, Defense Ministry employee seriously wounded in Gaza

2 soldiers seriously wounded in mortar barrage in Rafah Crossing area, 3 Defense Ministry employees wounded in Gaza, 1 seriously.

Memorial beam lights up Defense Ministry building

Helipad on Defense Ministry rooftop to be lit up with Israeli flags and the word 'Yizkor,' massive memorial candle to be projected onto the structure, along with the number of Israel's fallen.

IDF considering civilian service for haredi students

A proposed program would see a separate academy established to train haredi students to secure towns in Judea and Samaria.

Is a Palestinian-run factory building the IDF's bomb shelters?

Otniel residents were surprised to discover the bomb shelter factory outside their village. According to them the contractor, who works for the military, is a Palestinian Arab. The IDF and Defense Ministry deny those claims.

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Defense Min. clears land mines in northern Israel

In the Golan Heights, near Israel's northern border, Defense Ministry's authority for land mine removal clears 550 mines which were placed there in the 1980s.

'They haven't learned'

Gaza fence being rebuilt - by Palestinian Arabs

Hundreds of Palestinian Arab laborers from Judea and Samaria are being employed by the defense establishment to rebuild the fence destroyed by Hamas on October 7th.

Israel to buy hundreds of armored vehicles

The purchase will reinforce civilian security squads in several regions of Israel.

US-Israel defense chiefs conclude working meeting

Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir, concludes working visit to Washington D.C.

Soldier's parents refuse sign removed from grave

The parents of IDF soldier Ron Sherman refused to take back a sign they had placed on their son's grave blaming the government for his death.

Defense Ministry estimates:

12,500 veterans to be recognized as disabled due to war

Officials in the Rehabilitation Department are discussing the immediate need for more staff to contend with the influx of disabled veterans.

Defense Min.:

200th plane carrying military equipment lands in Israel

Over 10,000 tons of military equipment have been delivered to Israel since the start of the war.

Defense Min. renovates hundreds of bomb shelters in periphery

Defense Min. renovates 160 bomb shelters in Ashkelon, 190 in Nahariya; over 200 shelters in 3 other cities in advanced stage of renovations.

Defense Ministry speeds up payments to suppliers

Since the start of the war, the Defense Ministry has been taking a number of steps to add billions of shekels to the Israeli economy.

'One million citizens were abandoned'

Itai Hoffman, chairman of the civilian security coordinators' union, demands more support for civilian security personnel.

Amendment to allow designation of individual terror operatives

The 2016 Counter-Terrorism Law will be amended to allow the Minister of Defense to designate individuals as terrorists.

Defense Min.: Kiryat Shmona residents evacuated to guesthouses

Defense Ministry announces decision to evacuate residents of northern town hit by missile to state-subsidized guesthouses.

1,000 tons of armaments arrive to bolster IDF capabilities

The Israeli defense establishment welcomed the arrival of the 45th cargo plane since the Hamas invasion to Israel this morning.

Defense Ministry supports newly bereaved families

Israel's Defense Ministry states it s taking proactive steps to assist bereaved families of fallen soldiers, police, and Shit Bet personnel.

Israel and USA hold joint missile defense drill

A series of simulations was held to enhance operational competence with all layers of Israel's missile systems.

On IDF bases:

New initiative turns organic waste into renewable energy

Israel Ministry of Defense and IDF Lead First-Ever Initiative with HomeBiogas to Transform Organic Waste into Renewable Energy on IDF Bases.

US delegation visits Israel to discuss Iran, Hezbollah

Senior United States defense delegation hosted by Israel Ministry of Defense convenes in Israel.

Defense Min. awards prize to four outstanding security projects

Ministry of Defense spokesperson reveals: 2023 Israel Defense Prize awarded to four outstanding projects.

8 wheels, 750 horsepower:

First Eitan APCs delivered to IDF Nahal Infantry Brigade

The eight-wheel APC can carry 12 soldiers, can drive at around 90 KPH, and has high all-terrain maneuvering capabilities.

Crisis over:

Smotrich and Gallant agree on Defense Ministry power-sharing

Netanyahu, Gallant, and Smotrich signed a document of understanding on the division of power over the Civil Administration.

IDF inks $95 million deal for advanced electro-optical sensors

Defense Ministry signs deal with Elbit for long-range deployable observation systems, thermal weapon sights, and night vision equipment.

Benny Gantz: New government will have 3 Defense Ministers

Govt poised to pass law dividing authority within Defense Ministry.

German, Israeli defense officials hold bilateral meeting

Director General of Israeli Defense Ministry meets with his German counterpart for annual bilateral strategic meeting.

Gantz:

'I approved 10,000 housing units in Judea and Samaria'

Gantz is satisfied with his two years as Defense Minister and promises again that he will not sit with Netanyahu.

Smotrich, don't blink!

There is a triple bonus for Israel if Smotrich is Defense Minister. Op-ed.

Poll:

Public thinks Deri, Smotrich not suitable for Finance, Defense

Israeli public not thrilled with Shas chairman as Finance Minister and Religious Zionism chairman as Defense Minister.

Religious Zionism:

'Bezalel Smotrich will be the next Defense Minister'

Party also wants Education, Religious Affairs portfolios