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Elbit Systems wins over $100 million contracts to advance IDF digital warfare and border defence systems
Elbit Systems said it has secured contracts worth more than $100 million from the Directorate of Defense Research and Development within Israel’s Ministry of Defense to develop advanced digitisation capabilities for the Israel Defense Forces.
Israel approves $1.5 billion plan to boost tank and armoured personnel carriers production over five years
Israel’s Defence Procurement Committee has approved a plan valued at approximately $1.5 billion to accelerate the production of tanks and armoured personnel carriers.
Operation “Rising Lion”: IDF targets Iran’s nuclear programme in coordinated offensive
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched Operation “Rising Lion”, a pre-emptive military strike targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
Israel acquires drones and autonomous systems from Elbit Systems in USD 40 million deal
The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has announced a series of contracts with Elbit Systems, worth approximately USD 40 million.
Israel ready to use ballistic missiles to defend itself against Houthi
Israel is getting ready to retaliate for the foiled attack performed by the Houthi rebels in Yemen. In the meantime, the Israeli navy has increased its presence in the Red Sea.
Israel deploys special weapons in effort to eliminate Hamas tunnels in Gaza
Israel is using special weapons in an effort to destroy tunnels constructed by the Hamas organization beneath Gaza.
Israel Defense Forces adopt drone swarms for combat missions
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are set to implement the use of drone swarms for combat missions.
Israel Weapon Industries signs contract for Micro TAVOR assault rifles
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) infantry brigades will receive thousands of Israeli-made Micro Tavor (X95) assault rifles.
DRS RADA Technologies mobile radars selected for IDF
Leonardo DRS, Inc. announced today that its DRS RADA Technologies business unit has been selected to provide the Israeli Ministry of Defense with advanced mobile radars.
Israel Defense Forces test the Merkava 5 tank prototypes
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) armored corps are evaluating the first prototypes of the Merkava 5 main battle tank.
Israel Defense Forces to equip Eitan APCs with 30mm canons
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) will equip its new Eitan APCs with advanced 30mm canons.
Elbit to supply Advanced Armor Training Centers for the IDF
Elbit Systems was awarded a contract valued at approximately $107 million to provide, operate and maintain the new Main Battle Tank (MBT) simulation and training centers of the Israel Defense Forces.