Navy

Israel strikes Iranian naval base in Bandar Abbas's strategic southern port

Bandar Abbas is a key strategic point on the Strait of Hormuz, as the largest port in the region. It also serves as the headquarters of Iran's naval forces.

 IDF fighter jet getting preparing to attack Iran
Activist Greta Thunberg seen aboard the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, with an Israeli Navy vessel seen in the background

Former Israeli Navy chief: Handling of Gaza flotilla incident was a 'diplomatic failure'

 National Flotilla on Independence Day

Independence Day flotilla: A tribute to the Navy, hostages, wounded soldiers, and their families

A boat of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) sails, at undisclosed place off the coast of Bandar Abbas, Iran August 22, 2019.

Iran authorities seize two vessels carrying 'smuggled fuel' in Gulf, agency reports


Netanyahu rescinds appointment of new Shin Bet chief after one day

The PM thanked Sharvit for his willingness to take on the role, but informed him that after further consideration he intends to examine other candidates.

Then-Israel Navy chief, V.-Adm. Eli Sharvit speaks at a ceremony in Haifa Naval Base, northern Israel, March 4, 2020

No active shooter found at Naval Air Station in Pensacola after gunfire reports

Photos and videos from the scene depict a significant law enforcement presence responding to the incident.

 NAS Pensacola Police

Israel's new 'Gabriel 5' sea-to-sea missile makes first navy test debut

"The operational test launch was a remarkable success and provides the Israeli Navy with greater operational freedom," said Brig.-Gen. Almakias.

  IDF runs successful tests on new naval Iron Dome system on May 29, 2023.

Iran's first drone carrier joins the Revolutionary Guards' fleet

"The addition of this ship to our fleet is an important step in increasing the defense and deterrence capability of Iran."

 Commander-in-Chief of Iran's Army, Abdolrahim Mousavi visits drones during a ceremony of the joining new drones to the Iranian Army's combat organisation in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on January 13, 2025.

Iran releases footage of underground naval base in latest arsenal show-off

This is the second clip the Islamic regime has released of its arsenal ahead of Trump's inaugaration.

 An anti-Israel billboard is seen next to the Iranian flag during a celebration following the IRGC attack on Israel, in Tehran, Iran, April 15, 2024.

Iran's navy unveils its first signals intelligence ship

"The Zagros signals intelligence ship will be the watchful eye of Iran's navy in the seas and oceans," Navy Commander Shahram Irani said.

Iranian Navy ships on a training exercise

Historic operation: IDF ship cmdr. speaks about attack on Syrian Navy

"We managed to keep the mission a tight secret, even the soldiers didn’t know what mission they were embarking on," Lt.-Col. Tomer said.

 View of the remains of vessels in Syria's Latakia port. December 11, 2024.

Israel strikes weapon and missile depots in Syria - report

Al Mayadeen also claimed strikes had targeted the Syrian port city of Latakia, Hama and Deir el-Zor. 

 View of the explosions seen in Syria. December 15, 2024.

Israel Katz: New Syrian leaders 'pretending' to be moderate, pose danger to Israel

While speaking to the committee of former National Security Council chief Yaakov Nagel, Katz warned of being taken in prematurely by the HTS group.

 Israel Katz attends a replacing ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem on November 10, 2024.

IDF signs NIS 2.8b. deal for five new advanced and faster Navy ships

These ships are 1000 tons lighter than the new Saar 6 ships, and as such are intended to replace the Saar 4.5 ships.

 The Sa'ar 4, or Reshef fast-attack warship recently purchased by Israel's Defense Ministry

Israel’s frenzied reality: When destroying an enemy navy isn’t the top news story - analysis

This astounding military achievement was relegated to a secondary headline. It was just one more story in a news cycle overflowing with drama.

 A bombed hangar after the IDF hit weapons depots near the Mazzeh military airport, outside Damascus, on December 9, 2024