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IDF Receives Thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR Rifles From IWI

SK Group segment Israel Weapon Industries has supplied thousands of X95 Micro-TAVOR assault rifles to the Israel Defense Forces.

Israel Eyes Longer Conscription Amid Troop Shortage

Tel Aviv has announced a plan to extend mandatory military service in response to the Israel Defense Forces’ growing personnel shortage.

Over 1,900 Iranian Warfighters Killed in Ongoing Strikes, Israel Says

Isreal has revealed that more than 1,900 of Tehran’s troops and commanders have been killed since the start of the conflict, as airstrikes continue across Iran.

IDF Unleashes AI Researchers to Supercharge Battlefield Intelligence

The Israel Defense Forces just deployed 20 newly trained AI researchers across its ranks, and their mission is clear: turn mountains of raw data into operational advantage.

Israel Builds ‘Octopus’ Robot Powered by Physical AI for Rapid Tank Maintenance

The Israel Defense Forces is moving to deploy a new robot that turns two days of tank maintenance into a two-hour task, returning armored vehicles to action far faster than before.

Israel’s 2026-2030 Force-Building Plan Focuses on Tech, Readiness

The Israel Defense Forces has begun advancing a new five-year force-building plan to guide the military from 2026 through 2030.

Israel Distributes Arad Rifles to Local Defense Units

Israel has completed the nationwide rollout of thousands of Arad assault rifles to rapid response teams.

Israel Develops Advanced Border Defense System With Human-Machine Control

Israel’s latest border defense system brings drones, sensors, and real-time AI coordination to the frontline, letting operators respond faster to emerging threats.

Israeli Army Receives First Homegrown Self-Propelled Howitzer

The Israel Defense Forces has received its first domestically produced wheeled self-propelled howitzer, marking the start of replacing the aging US-origin M109 fleet.

Israel Rebuilding Missile Stock With Major Rafael Iron Dome Interceptor Deal

Israel has signed a multi-billion-dollar contract with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to fast-track Iron Dome interceptor production, expanding the country’s most heavily used air defense system amid continued rocket, drone, and missile threats.

Israeli Military Sacks Several Generals Over October 7 Attack

Israeli military dismissed generals and disciplined officers for failing to prevent the October 2023 Hamas attack.

UN Peacekeepers Say Israeli Forces Fired on Them in Southern Lebanon

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said Sunday that Israeli soldiers had shot at its peacekeepers from a tank near an army position in the country's south.

Asio to Supply Next-Gen Taurus Battle Management System to IDF

Asio Technologies has completed the development of a new version of its Taurus battle management system for the Israeli Defense Forces.

Israel Confirms Over 1,000 Security Personnel Killed Since October 7 Attack

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has confirmed that 1,152 members of the country’s security forces have been killed since Hamas launched its large-scale attack on October 7, 2023.

Israel Launches Ground Assault on Gaza City

Israel launched its ground assault on Gaza, shortly after visiting US Secretary of State Rubio backed its goal of eradicating Hamas.

Robotican Arms ‘Rolling’ Drone With Warhead for Stealth Indoor Strikes

Robotican introduced an upgrade to its ROOSTER hybrid drone, giving it precision-guided strike capabilities for indoor and urban operations.

Israel Taps Rafael-Elbit Venture to Boost Domestic Infrared Sensor Production

Israel has signed a $155-million contract with a Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Elbit Systems joint venture to expand local production of advanced infrared sensors.

Hamas Confirms Death of Gaza Chief Mohammed Sinwar

Hamas confirmed the death of Mohammed Sinwar, its presumed leader in Gaza, more than three months after Israel said it had killed him in an air strike.

Houthis Vow to Avenge Death of Their PM in Israeli Strikes: Official

Yemen's Houthi rebels vowed on Saturday to avenge the killing of their prime minister and other political leaders in Israeli strikes this week.

Yemen’s Houthis Say Prime Minister Killed in Israeli Strike

The prime minister of Yemen's Houthis was killed in an Israeli airstrike along with other officials earlier this week, the Iran-backed rebels announced on Saturday.

Israel Says in Talks ‘Right Now’ on South Syria Demilitarization

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel was engaged in talks aimed at the demilitarization of southern Syria.

Lebanon Says Israeli Drone Explodes After Crash, Killing Two Soldiers

Lebanon's army said two personnel were killed Thursday after an Israeli drone that had crashed in the country's south exploded.

Israel Says Targeted Hamas Camera in Strikes That Killed Gaza Journalists

The Israeli military said its forces were targeting a camera operated by Hamas in two strikes that killed five journalists at a hospital a day earlier.

Israel PM Offers ‘Phased’ Withdrawal if Lebanon’s Disarms Hezbollah

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel was ready to back Lebanon's efforts to disarm Hezbollah and offered "a phased" pullout of its troops.