Ofek 16

Spy satellites, Mossad activities awarded Defense Prize

The outstanding projects and activities contributed to the security of Israel and its qualitative edge on the battlefield.

MAY 30, 2022|ByANNA AHRONHEIM

THE OFEK 16 satellite is shot into space from a site in center of the country on Monday.

OFFICERS LOOK at a map of the Middle East.

Meet the IDF Intelligence unit of elite mapping troops

“With [our] technology, we are able to transmit intelligence to ground forces, and that is revolutionary.”

JANUARY 27, 2022|ByANNA AHRONHEIM

Israel successfully launches Ofek 16 spy satellite into space

Defense Ministry, IAI hand keys of Ofek 16 satellite to IDF's Unit 9900

Advanced satellite was launched into space in July

OCTOBER 4, 2020|ByANNA AHRONHEIM

Photo taken by Ofek 16 satellite over Syria

Defense Ministry reveals first photos from Ofek 16 satellite over Syria

Photos show the ancient city of Tadmur, close to where Iranian forces operate.

AUGUST 26, 2020|ByANNA AHRONHEIM