Defense Ministry
US close to delivering Israeli 'Gideon' KC-46 refueling aircraft for future Iran attacks
The first of the KC-46 aircraft undertook a maiden test flight within the US, and is expected to be delivered to the Jewish state in around a month.
IDF: Iron Beam laser saw limited use in Iran war due to lack of batteries, 14 needed
US ships 6,500 tons of munitions, equipment to Israel in 24 hours
Despite tensions, dozens of Israeli companies set to head to Eurosatory 2026
Israel’s defense-tech revolution: How MAFAT is shaping the evolution of Israeli warfare - interview
MAFAT's Gal Harari sat down with The Jerusalem Post for an extensive interview on MAFAT’s work and how technology has evolved in the 20 years since he joined the organization.
Israel 'will never withdraw from Gaza,' Katz stresses despite US anger on settlement rhetoric
"A large area of Gaza will be surrounded to protect settlements," Defense Minister Israel Katz said. "In my vision and in due time, Nahal nucleus groups will be established in the northern part."
Army Radio presenters say contracts frozen as High Court orders state response on closure
The Defense Ministry denied the claim, saying no instruction had been issued to terminate consultant contracts at the station and that contracts would be extended until February 28, 2026
Defense Minister Katz retracts claim Israel will resettle northern Gaza with Nahal nucleus groups
“There are opportunities here that have not existed for a very long time,” Israel's defense minister said, contradicting previous statements by PM Netanyahu.
Iran-linked hackers claim to expose alleged Israeli drone engineers, offer $30,000 bounties
Cyber group Handala claimed to have acquired the names of engineers involved in Israel’s drone programs, a day after threatening Israeli politicians.
IDF appoints Arik Ben-Dov as new acting IDF US defense attache
Brig. Gen. Arik Ben Dov has officially assumed the role of the military's acting defense attache to the US, replacing IDF Maj. Gen. Hadi Zilberman.
Defense Ministry treating 82,400 wounded soldiers and veterans, up 22,000 since start of war
Out of the new additions, 58% are being treated for mental health concerns.
Netanyahu letting Katz, Zamir battle over shaping IDF General Staff - analysis
What began as a political alliance has evolved into a deeper fight over control of the IDF, with Netanyahu and Katz pushing changes Zamir views as overreach.
From the NSA to Israeli defense tech, Mike Rogers isn’t slowing down
DEFENSE AFFAIRS: Former NSA director Mike Rogers discusses why Israel’s security challenges are redefining the next era of defense technology.
Defense Minister Katz moves to extend IDF service to 36 months
In the statement, Katz indicated that combat soldiers and other conscripts who are already serving and scheduled to complete their service during 2026 may have to delay their discharge from the IDF.
