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Israel takes delivery of first Boeing KC-46 Gideon aerial refuelling aircraft to modernise tanker fleet
Israel received its first Boeing KC-46 Gideon aerial refuelling aircraft from the United States on 27 May 2026.
Elbit Systems reports record $30.2 billion backlog as first-quarter revenue and profit rise
Elbit Systems reported higher revenue and profit for the first quarter of 2026, with its order backlog reaching a record $30.2 billion.
TKMS and Elbit Systems sign agreement to explore cooperation on advanced naval defence solutions
TKMS and Elbit Systems have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a strategic framework for cooperation on advanced naval defence solutions.
Israel Ministry of Defence leads 32-company industry delegation to Finnish-Israeli seminar in Helsinki
The Israel Ministry of Defence led a delegation of 32 Israeli defence companies to the second Finnish-Israeli Defence Industry Seminar held this week in Helsinki.
Israel Aerospace Industries names CEO Boaz Levy as Chairman in unprecedented state company appointment
Israel Aerospace Industries has announced the appointment of its chief executive officer, Boaz Levy, as chairman of the company’s board of directors.
Israel approves acquisition of new F-35 and F-15IA fighter squadrons as part of long-term military buildup plan
The Israel Ministry of Defense has received approval to acquire two new fighter squadrons for the Israeli Air Force.
U.S. officials say Iran retains significant military capability despite heavy losses during 40-day air campaign
Anonymous U.S. administration representatives told journalists from CBS that Iran’s military losses during a 40-day air campaign were lower than publicly stated.
Lockheed Martin awarded contract to advance software modifications for Israel’s F-35I Adir fleet
The U.S. Department of War announced on April 7 that it has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin to continue software modifications supporting Israel’s F-35I Adir aircraft.
Rafael marks 15 years of Iron Dome, highlighting over 10,000 intercepts and evolving air defence capabilities
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has marked 15 years since the first operational intercept of the Iron Dome air defence system.
Israel Ministry of Defense approves acceleration of Arrow interceptor production to strengthen missile defense capabilities
The Israel Ministry of Defense has approved a plan to significantly accelerate production of Arrow missile interceptors to strengthen national air defense capabilities.
Israel Ministry of Defense signs $48 million deal with Elbit Systems to boost domestic production of artillery ammunition
The Israel Ministry of Defense has signed a contract valued at approximately $48 million to procure tens of thousands of artillery shells from Elbit Systems.
Israel Defense Forces expand use of IWI X95 rifles with new delivery of micro-Tavor systems for combat operations
Israel Defense Forces have received a new delivery of thousands of X95 micro-Tavor rifles from Israel Weapon Industries.