Weapons Development

Talks Begin for New International Weapons Conglomerate

The European Aeronautic Defense & Space Co. and BAE Systems say they are in advanced talks for a merger of the firms.

New IDF Rifle has Double Barrel

First Israeli twin-barrel assault rifle has greater fire power and effectiveness, uses regular ammunition.

Infantry Platoons Receive Laser Rangefinders

U.S.-made device tells platoon commander how far the target is from his troops.

Learning from Tragedy, IDF Develops Safer Hand Grenade

The new grenade will not explode if struck by a bullet – as happened to grenade that killed Major Eliraz Peretz.

Japan Relaxes Arms Export Bar

Economic and Strategic Reasons Compel Japan to Relax Arms Ban

A party that was once identified with pacifism has abandoned Japan's limits on defense exports.