Ministry Of Defense

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.

IMoD Director:

'AI isn't just another innovation, it's a complete game-changer'

The Director General at The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), Maj. Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir opened the first International Defense-Tech Summit this morning.

Israeli defense purchases from US during war total $10 billion

Procurements from the US included two squadrons of F-35 and F-15 aircraft, various types of ammunition, armored vehicles, combat and protection equipment for soldiers, and more.

$5.2 billion deal

Israel purchases 25 advanced F-15 fighter jets

The new F-15IA aircraft will be equipped with cutting-edge weapon systems, including the integration of state-of-the-art Israeli technologies. Delivery of the F-15 aircraft will begin in 2031, with 4-6 aircraft to be supplied annually.

Following UAV damage:

IDF observation balloon may be put out of service

Ministry of Defense and IDF considering putting Sky Dew aerial defense project out of service and closing the unit that operates the system.

Strengthening ties:

Israeli defense delegation visits India

The delegation met with the Director General of the Indian Ministry of Defense, the Indian Chief of Staff, and the heads of the Indian Army's security arms.

Won the battle:

‘May God avenge his blood’ will appear on Cpt. Yudkin's tombstone

Minister of Defense, Yoav Gallant, has approved the Public Council for the Commemoration of Soldiers’ recommendation to add the words ‘May God avenge his blood’ on tombstones of fallen soldiers, at their families’ request.

Minister Gallant:

Reevaluate bereaved family's request to write Hy"d on gravestone

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant instructed the Public Council for the Commemoration of Soldiers to reexamine the request of the Yudkin family to write 'May G-d avenge his blood' on their son's grave.

Mother of fallen soldier:

‘If we have to exhume his body, this is the end of the state’

Mother of fallen soldier spoke in pain about the possibility of reburying her son: ‘Does this sound logical? For this they will have to burn tires in the streets.'

Price of Israel's wars:

More than 70,000 disabled soldiers under care of Rehab. Division

The number of disabled IDF soldiers treated at the Rehabilitation Division of the Ministry of Defense has crossed the 70,000 mark for the first time.

Brother of fallen haredi soldier:

‘The army does not respect haredim’

The brother of fallen IDF soldier, Captain Israel Yudkin, says that the Ministry of Defense refuses the family's request to write the words ‘God shall revenge his blood’ on his tombstone.

For 3rd consecutive year

Israel sets new defense exports record: Over $13 Billion in 2023

Israeli defense exports have doubled within five years, with over a third (36%) of the agreements signed in 2023 – missile, rocket, and air defense systems.

IDF publishes preliminary regulations extending reserve duty

The Ministry of Defense has published a first draft of a law that will extend the time reservists will need to remain enlisted.

Defense Ministry accelerating purchases from Israeli suppliers

The Ministry of Defense accelerates 'Blue and White' procurement and production independence in Israel: It will purchase from the Imco Group systems for the Merkava tanks and Namer and Eitan APCs.

Mount Hebron Council Head:

'Bomb shelters are being built in an illegal Palestinian factory'

The head of the Mount Hebron Council presents the incomprehensible absurdity. In an illegal factory set up by Palestinians, bomb shelters are being manufactured for the Ministry of Defense.

Defense Min. opposes terrorism compensation law

The Ministry of Defense submitted a reservation against a law that will enable terror victims from suing the terrorists and their senders, because it might: ‘harm the Palestinian Authority.’

IDF and Defense Ministry decide:

Tens of thousands of Israeli guns to be purchased

Since the war began, the Defense Ministry has preferred the purchase of Israeli products to ensure manufacturing independence in the vital fields and to direct funds to the defense manufacturing industries and the Israeli economy.

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.

US and Germany finalize sale of Arrow 3 missile defense system

Maj. Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir signed the agreement for Germany's acquisition valued at approximately $3.6 billion.

MoD working to clear mines in northern Israel

Israel's Ministry of Defense has begun work to clear minefields in two parts of the Golan Heights.

Mississippi:

Israeli Navy raises flag over new landing craft

The INS Nahshon, the first of two such crafts, will serve as a logistical axis for transporting equipment and soldiers.

Man who self immollated for being denied wounded vet status dies

Defense Ministry says Bar Kalaf suffered from a mental illness unrelated to PTSD or military service.

Israel launches 'Ofek 13' satellite into space

Upon entering orbit, the satellite will undergo a series of tests to ensure its propriety and performance levels.

First ever Israeli defense exhibition in Dubai

The Israel Ministry of Defense to inaugurate the first ever national pavilion in a defense exhibition in Dubai.

Defense official: The 6 groups operate as terror network

Senior defense official clarified that "Officials in the US administration were updated ahead of time."

New agreement between Ministry of Defense, Israel Shipyards

MoD will purchase a large floating dock from Israel Shipyards for the maintenance of the Israel Navy’s submarines and Sa’ar 6 corvettes.

Defense Ministry launches innovation program for civilians

INNOFENSE is an innovation program for civilian, tech start-ups in the defense industry.

UK soldiers sue after falling 15,800 feet in military aircraft

Saved in the nick of time by a resourceful co-pilot, ten soldiers are suing the UK Ministry of Defense for their near-death experience.

Defense Ministry: Breakdown of the F-35 deal

In anticipation of Israel's new, advanced F-35 "Adir" fighter jets, the Defense Ministry published a report of what went into the deal.

40 years after the Entebbe raid: Secret plans revealed

New declassified recordings cast light on plans for rescuing Entebbe hostages

New app: Embracing Israel's fallen heros all year round

Father of soldier who died during Operation Protective Edge launches new and unique app together with the Ministry of Defense.

Six weeks of terror, 19 new disabled veterans

19 soldiers and border police accepted into Ministry of Defense rehabilitative programs since October 1; 594 since last year.

Suspected Suicide Bomber In Samaria Was Unarmed

The Jalama crossing, north of Jenin, was shut down after man stopped with what appeared to be explosives; police reveal he was unarmed.

Tel Aviv Woman Caught Smuggling Arab Illegals in Trunk

Woman with three daughters apprehended crossing checkpoint from Samaria with Arab men in car trunk.

Plates Arrive at IDF Base Wrapped in Bible Pages

Central Command base soldiers shocked to discover plates wrapped in pages ripped from Bible; Defense Ministry launches investigation.

Second Arrow 3 Missile Test Successful

System to counter longer-range, higher-altitude missiles undergoes successful flight test.

Finance to Defense: Buy Israeli Boots or No Budget

Finance Committee meeting determines no budget transfers to Ministry of Defense until pledge to buy Israeli boots, demands deal by weekend.

First ‘Intifada’ Victim: Is Our Blood Less Red?

Victims of terrorism are hurt by decision to remember just soldiers at new memorial. Supreme Court will not intervene.

IDF Chief of Staff Concludes Official Visit to Canada

During visit, Lt. Gen. Gantz discussed global security issues with his Canadian counterparts.

Israel Releases Arrow 3 Photos

Israel's Ministry of Defense released photos of a recent Arrow 3 anti-ballistic missile system test amid rising tensions with Iran.

Defense Ministry to MKs: Pay for Your Own Helicopter

Ministry snubs Knesset members, refuses to provide helicopter, in possible tit-for-tat over funding.