Israeli air defence system

Israel's defense industry eyes new partners for next-gen fighter jet by 2028

As European nations increasingly purchase US-made systems, Israeli companies may struggle to secure major contracts.

 Israel at War - Illustrative image of an Israeli F-35 fighter jet.
IN THE melee of aerial threats during the Israel-Iran War, there was one rare incident where a single Apache helicopter (pictured) managed to shoot down six drones in only a couple minutes.

From prototype to combat in 90 minutes: Why Israel’s defense tech innovation outpaces US - analysis

 Interception of an Iranian missile attack on Israel as it seen from the Jerusalem Mountains, June 14, 2025.

Israel's future is in the skies: How aerial defense systems became Jerusalem's biggest asset

 Israeli Air Force preparing for IAF strike on Houthi-controlled Yemen

Wartime innovation boosts Israeli defense tech growth, drawing global interest


Is Iran switching to a ‘trickle’ of missiles to target Israel?

The question is, what may Iran’s new tactics and strategy reveal about Iran’s regime and its belief in what comes next?

 A missile is launched during an annual drill in the coastal area of the Gulf of Oman and near the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, in this picture obtained on December 31, 2022.

'Incredible pride': 'Post' talks to IDF laser operator on cutting-edge defense of Israel

The breakthrough of the last week is only the beginning of the changes that operational military lasers will accomplish for the IDF.

 ‘THERE IS no feeling like saving lives.’ IDF St.-Sgt.-Maj. A. told the ‘Post’ in a recent exclusive interview that his time on the laser team protecting the country with this game-changing system has been ‘incredible.’ Here, IDF soldiers stand alongside the laser defense system.

Perils of boom and bust: Can Israel re-strategize its defense spending? - opinion

Israel’s defense spending as a portion of GDP was second-greatest in the world, second only to Ukraine. Israel spent $46.5 billion on defense in 2024, of which $5.7 billion in December alone

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the Rafael Advanced Defense Systems factory, November 2023

IDF intercepts Houthi missile from Yemen after sirens sounded in central Israel

Israel's emergency service, Magen David Adom (MDA), said that there were no reports of casualties or injuries. 

 Footage released by Houthi Military Media says to show a launch of missile, which the Houthis say they fired at Israel, at an unknown location in this screen grab obtained from a handout video released on December 19, 2024.

Iran, Houthi missile innovation present Israel with a new challenge - opinion

It seems our enemies are attempting to complicate interception by altering the trajectory of the missile mid-flight, making it harder to predict.

A DAMAGED BEDROOM in a home in Jaffa after a ballistic missile fired from Yemen hit a nearby playground last week. It seems our enemies are attempting to complicate matters by altering the trajectory of missiles in mid-flight, making the projectiles harder to intercept, says the writer.

Slovakia to purchase Israel's Barak MX air defense system for €560 million

The Israeli-manufactured air defense system will be sold to Slovakia to add to its defense infrastructure.

 Barak MX Launcher

IDF's air defense too weak, land forces lack independence, sources say

Land forces too dependent on air support and lack sufficient volumes of vehicles to move them from defensive lines to forward attack lines.

The Israel Missile Defense Organization conducts live-fire intercept tests of the David's Sling weapon system

Cyprus takes delivery of Israeli air defense system, report says

Efforts are underway to upgrade Cyrpus's "anti-aircraft umbrella," the source said.

Iron Dome intercepts UAVs, rockets barrage simultaneously in test

Old ways to detect new technology, finding a temporary solution to drone attacks - opinion

The IDF should continue pursuing cutting-edge technology without losing the adaptability and improvisation that once was the cornerstone of the Israeli defense establishment.

 A drone is seen during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on October 4, 2023.

Skies crowded with drones: Ex-air defense commander warns of gaps in Israeli defenses

Chaimovitz emphasized that the IDF is working hard, focusing on both technology and combat strategies.

 A drone is seen during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on October 4, 2023.

 Israel Aerospace Industries Launches- IAI Catalyst

The first Accelerator program in IAI’s US Innovation Center.