Over 600 Bedouin enlist in IDF in past year, encouraged to join tech units
Defense Minister Benny Gantz: Reality has proven to us that there is no replacement for scouts, for knowing the field, for the experience of generations.
Defense & Security
New rifle computer systems extend AI revolution to infantry soldiers
Elbit’s ARCAS allows soldiers to shoot from around a corner; the company says it offers ballistic correction, automatic motion detection and the detection of enemy fire sources.
PM thanks 'all members of US House' for passing Iron Dome replenishment budget
The vote, which must still pass Senate, comes after progressives thwarted a passage of legislation aimed at funding additional interceptors for the IDF in wake of Gaza war and ongoing rocket threat from Hamas.
World powers 'cannot chase Iran forever,' ex-NSC head says
Former National Security Adviser Meir Ben-Shabbat says the open-ended deadline afforded to the nuclear negotiations with Iran is a mistake. Israel's first preference should be working with the international community to undermine the threat posed by Tehran, he says.
With eye on Iran, Israel's Navy steps up Red Sea presence
Outgoing navy chief describes Iranian activities on the high seas as a top Israeli concern, says the Jewish state will spare no effort to "protect its freedom of navigation across the globe."
Enemy infiltration to IDF bases? Not on Red Unit's watch
Comprising only eight reservists, all of whom have vast experience in security, the members of the IDF's elite Red Unit have only one goal: To train soldiers to prevent bases from falling into enemy hands.
IDF appoints first female commander of air defense battalion
Lt. Col. Revital Barzani to command Israeli Air Force's 66th David's Sling battalion following appointment by IAF Commander Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin.
New Shin Bet chief has his work cut out for him
R. may not be a stranger to the complex challenges facing the Israel Security Agency on the ground and vis-à-vis the other players in the defense establishment, but as of Tuesday, the responsibility for all of them rests on his shoulders.
Israeli Navy, US 5th Fleet hold 'historic' drill in Red Sea
IDF: Conducting joint exercises with allies and partners around the world demonstrates the shared goal of protecting and monitoring international waters vital to international trade.
IAF commander meets with US counterparts during 3-day visit
Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin, US Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. discuss "need for close cooperation with international allies," Israeli Air Force reports.