Weapons

How the Houthis went from a small mountain militia in Yemen to a major regional threat - explainer

The Houthis evolved into a formidable fighting force with Iran's support, capable of disrupting vital shipping and striking regional infrastructure. The UN assesses that they have 350,000 fighters.

Supporters of the Iran-backed Houthi movement, brandish their weapons as they rally in solidarity with Iran and Lebanon, in Sanaa on April 8, 2026, following the announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East war.
An ultra-Orthodox Jewish man carrying a gun and a first aid bag, walks by the Separation Wall at the entrance to the Jewish religious site of Rachel's Tomb, near Bethlehem, on June 26, 2014.

Former Shin Bet official warns Israelis to bring weapons to synagogues during Yom Kippur prayers

The UNRWA Kalandia Training Centre as Israeli forces began demolishing the United Nations facility in Kalandia, north of Jerusalem, August 25, 2026.

From Washington to Gaza: Arms sales, UNRWA, and regional conflict

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The final frontier: US reveals Space Force has 'on-orbit space control weapons' for first time


Duns 100 maps 60 firms driving Israel’s defense-tech transformation

The rankings span six categories: defense integrators, defense manufacturing, unmanned and autonomous systems, homeland security, intelligence and cyber, and tactical and ground equipment. 

AeroSentinel G2 drone in active operation, providing real-time aerial intelligence in complex environments.

Damascus calls Hezbollah ‘terrorist militia’, partners with Iraq to stop arms smuggling

The ministry said specialized security units intercepted a suspicious vehicle near the Syrian-Iraqi border and discovered a cache of long-range missiles, guided anti-tank missiles, and drones. 

Drones displayed by Syria's Interior Ministry after authorities said they were seized during an operation that foiled an alleged cross-border weapons smuggling attempt near the al-Tanf border crossing with Iraq, July 16, 2026.

Israel to produce its own JDAM bombs en masse within two years, in bid for arms independence

Move is part of broader push to reduce Israel's reliance on foreign munitions, expand domestic weapons production • Germany deals lead to quadrupled Arrow production

Israeli Air Force fighter pilots prepare to strike Iran, February 28, 2026

Syria intercepts massive Hezbollah arms shipment hidden inside oil tanker from Iraq

"A search uncovered a cache of weapons that included long-range missiles, guided anti-tank missiles and drones," SANA reported.

Syrian security forces seize a Hezbollah weapons shipment near the Syrian-Iraqi border, July 16, 2026.

Syria’s actions against Hezbollah weapons smuggling showcase its regional commitment - analysis

As US President Donald Trump maneuvers to bring about peace in Lebanon, Syria plays a key role in helping cut off the arms flow to Hezbollah.

Syrian security forces seize a Hezbollah weapons shipment near the Syrian-Iraqi border, July 16, 2026.

Codename 'Nomad': First Bedouin undercover agent cracks major Israeli organized crime network

During his time undercover, the Nomad was party to dozens of arms deals and drug deals, purchasing four illegal M-16 rifles, dozens of handguns, and about 500 grams of cocaine.

Israeli security forces conduct raids in the overt phase of Operation "Nomad," July 13, 2026.

Police uncover massive weapons cache in Druze village, complete longstanding investigations

The suspect, a 22-year-old resident of Kfar Yarka, was arrested and taken to the local police station for questioning, after which he was detained. 

Weapons and ammunition seized by Israel Police in a raid in Kfar Yarka on July 10, 2026.

Make no mistake: Why Iran's nuclear future is at the heart of the Hormuz wars - analysis

As long as Iran knows that Trump fears going back to war and hitting them anywhere sensitive, why would they make concessions on nuclear weapons?

Maps4media-processed Sentinel-2 satellite imagery shows a broad overview of the Strait of Hormuz, including the Musandam Peninsula, nearby islands, coastal shallows, and the narrow maritime corridor linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.

Police search fmr. Brazilian president Bolsonaro house after suspecting weapons, ammunition inside

Agents of the Brazilian Federal Police were ordered to search for weapons and ammunition stored at the house, where Bolsonaro is serving house arrest.

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro arrives home to begin serving house arrest following authorization by Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, after Bolsonaro was convicted by a Supreme Court majority of plotting a coup to remain in power after losing the 2022 election, in Brasilia.

WATCH: Hezbollah RPG, missile launchers found in civilian home in southern Lebanon, IDF says

On Monday, the IDF announced it had found over 150 weapons in the southern Lebanese village of Hadatha over the past month, also located in the Security Zone.

IDF finds rocket launcher, numerous other weapons in civilian home in southern Lebanon, July 7, 2026.