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.
Court overturns Defense Ministry’s rejection, acknowledges trauma endured by long-serving military undertaker exposed to Israel’s most harrowing disasters.
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.
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.
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.
The Ministry of Defense has announced significant upgrades to the defenses of 17 towns near Israel's border with Lebanon.
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.
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.
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.
The BARAK MX Integrated Air Defense System is designed to counter current and future aerial threats, including ballistic threats.
The Defense Ministry's Department of Rehabilitation published data on the soldiers it is currently treating. 66% of wounded soldiers are reservists.
The Ministry of Defense will acquire five advanced "Reshef" missile ships from Israel Shipyards, with a total value of approximately $780M (NIS 2.8B).
Israel MOD purchases advanced drones and autonomous systems from Elbit Systems for approximately $40M.
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.
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 successfully Complete first live-fire training with an air defense system integrating the Iron Dome interceptor.
The Defense Ministry has published figures regarding the number of new cases in the rehabilitation department.
Historic ceremony in Germany marks the launch of the first Leopard Tank equipped with Israeli TROPHY Active Protection System
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.
Defense Ministry acquires 9,000 'Arad' weapons, to the tune of 50 million NIS, to equip rapid response teams around Israel.
Israel receives 500th military supply aircraft in ongoing airlift operation.
Israel Ministry of Defense signs over $23 million deal with Ashot Ashkelon for Merkava tank and Namer APC components.
The decision is part of an attempt to improve the IDF's logistics and independence of foreign manufacturers.
Israel Ministry of Defense acquires over $220 million worth of "Iron Sting" precision-guided mortar munitions from Elbit Systems.
IDF searches for terrorists after two Defense Ministry employees lightly injured in explosion near security fence in the Gilboa area.
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 IDF veteran with history of violent acts throws explosive at guards at Defense Ministry rehabilitation facility.
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 triples budget allocated to supporting organizations which aid soldiers who suffered trauma while fighting in battle.
The Defense Ministry has placed an order for ILS 2.8B with Elbit Systems in an attempt to support Israeli manufacturing.
2 soldiers seriously wounded in mortar barrage in Rafah Crossing area, 3 Defense Ministry employees wounded in Gaza, 1 seriously.
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.
A proposed program would see a separate academy established to train haredi students to secure towns in Judea and Samaria.
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.
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.
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.
The purchase will reinforce civilian security squads in several regions of Israel.
Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir, concludes working visit to Washington D.C.
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.
Officials in the Rehabilitation Department are discussing the immediate need for more staff to contend with the influx of disabled veterans.
Over 10,000 tons of military equipment have been delivered to Israel since the start of the war.
Defense Min. renovates 160 bomb shelters in Ashkelon, 190 in Nahariya; over 200 shelters in 3 other cities in advanced stage of renovations.
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.
Itai Hoffman, chairman of the civilian security coordinators' union, demands more support for civilian security personnel.
The 2016 Counter-Terrorism Law will be amended to allow the Minister of Defense to designate individuals as terrorists.
Defense Ministry announces decision to evacuate residents of northern town hit by missile to state-subsidized guesthouses.
The Israeli defense establishment welcomed the arrival of the 45th cargo plane since the Hamas invasion to Israel this morning.
Israel's Defense Ministry states it s taking proactive steps to assist bereaved families of fallen soldiers, police, and Shit Bet personnel.
A series of simulations was held to enhance operational competence with all layers of Israel's missile systems.
Israel Ministry of Defense and IDF Lead First-Ever Initiative with HomeBiogas to Transform Organic Waste into Renewable Energy on IDF Bases.
Senior United States defense delegation hosted by Israel Ministry of Defense convenes in Israel.
Ministry of Defense spokesperson reveals: 2023 Israel Defense Prize awarded to four outstanding projects.
The eight-wheel APC can carry 12 soldiers, can drive at around 90 KPH, and has high all-terrain maneuvering capabilities.
Netanyahu, Gallant, and Smotrich signed a document of understanding on the division of power over the Civil Administration.
Defense Ministry signs deal with Elbit for long-range deployable observation systems, thermal weapon sights, and night vision equipment.
Govt poised to pass law dividing authority within Defense Ministry.
Director General of Israeli Defense Ministry meets with his German counterpart for annual bilateral strategic meeting.
Gantz is satisfied with his two years as Defense Minister and promises again that he will not sit with Netanyahu.
There is a triple bonus for Israel if Smotrich is Defense Minister. Op-ed.
Israeli public not thrilled with Shas chairman as Finance Minister and Religious Zionism chairman as Defense Minister.
Party also wants Education, Religious Affairs portfolios