Ofek 16 spy satellite transmits first images from orbit
Satellite's systems were put online gradually, with close oversight, according to a plan established prior to its launch last week.
Defense & Security
Israeli Air Force unveils new special forces squadron
"Wing 7" was formed "to meet operational needs and the dynamic nature of threats in the various theaters," military says.
Why did US report on Palestinian terrorism get the numbers wrong?
Annual report lists only 101 Palestinian “acts of violence” against Israelis in the West Bank for 2019, whereas IDF and Shin Bet figures cite over 1,000 for the same year.
'High-res satellite images could help Hezbollah, Hamas target Israel'
The US will now allow satellite images of Israel and the PA in resolutions up to 0.4 meters. Defense Ministry official cautions that terrorist entities could use images to pinpoint military and civilian infrastructure.
PM extends Mossad head's tenure by 6 months due to 'security challenges'
Yossi Cohen asked to remain until June 2021. Announcement comes just days after mysterious incident rocks key nuclear site in Iran.
Israel successfully launches Ofek 16 spy satellite into orbit
Ofek 16 is an “optoelectronic reconnaissance satellite with advanced capabilities,” says Defense Ministry.
Analysts: Fire at Iran nuke site hit new centrifuge facility
"It would delay the advancement of the centrifuge technology quite a bit at Natanz," US-based expert says.
Sanders: Punish Israel if it proceeds with sovereignty move
Senator signs controversial letter promoted by leading Democratic lawmakers. "Should the Israeli government move forward with the planned annexation with this administration’s acquiescence, we will work to ensure non-recognition as well as pursue conditions on the $3.8 billion in US military funding," letter reads.
IDF braces for violent Palestinian response to sovereignty plan
The military is trying to ensure that it can meet an uptick in terrorist activity without knowing precisely what the government is planning to do or when it intends to do it.
Iranian missile can 'reach central Europe, parts of northern Europe'
According to recent analysis on the site Breaking Defense, Iran has "made great leaps in improving the accuracy of its ballistic missiles."