AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

President Trump astonished Israelis by claiming that Iron Dome is "our technology." So who really takes the credit for the air defense system's success?

The tender win for driver and gunner simulators for APCs reflects a turning point in relations between several Latin American countries and Israeli companies in general and Elbit Systems in particular.

2025 was highly successful for defense startups in Israel, which won orders worth NIS 1.08 billion, about 25% of which came from foreign customers.

As part of the agreement, Kela will receive exclusive rights to sell, integrate and deploy Starling's Pathfinder X autonomous unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system in the IDF.

Nibe signed an agreement with Elbit in August, to build the PULS system in India.

Morocco has deployed the Barak MX system, according to media reports based on satellite images published by independent researchers.

A panel from Lipa & Co., Greenberg Traurig and Valley Bank examined the expansion of defense-tech companies into the US, exploring risks and focusing on opportunities and strategic considerations.

The Israeli defense electronics company will supply its advanced airborne self-protection electronic warfare suite, including its Direct Infra-Red Counter-Measure (DIRCM) system, to an Asian-Pacific country.

The deal was signed a year ago, and Thirdeye Systems' shareholders are due to meet to approve in on January 15.

The US unit of the Israeli defense electronics company is adjusting activities to comply with President Trump’s policy of relying on American production.

In demonstrations, IAI’s solution, which is based on algorithms and AI of the most advanced in the field, has impressed both the Israeli security forces and potential foreign customers.

The Israeli defense electronics company has been awarded new contracts for its Iron Fist APS by European NATO member states.

The Israeli company’s DIRCM system integrates cutting-edge laser technology with state-of-the-art imaging capabilities.

The Israeli defense electronics company’s share price rose 124% in 2025, boosted by increased defense budgets worldwide.

The German army has ordered 200 new Puma armored personnel carriers (APC) equipped with MELLS systems, the European variant of Rafael's Spike LR missiles.

In May, IAI distributed a dividend of NIS 1.6 billion to the state from its profits between 2017 and 2023.

India’s Defense Acquisition Council (DAC), headed by Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh, has approved the purchase, the Indian media reports.

The $8.6 billion deal is for the F-15IA model, to be delivered by the end of 2035, with an option for a further 25 aircraft.

The Ministry of Defense and Rafael have delivered the high energy laser defense system, which can intercept threats at a fraction of the price of Iron Dome.

According to the ZM website, the Colombian Air Force is integrating the first battery of the system, including the command and control systems and radars.

Lockheed Martin, Elbit’s main business rival on rocket artillery systems, has not given up hope on winning the Greek contract.

A hotelier at heart, Mikey Federmann has built the Dan Hotel chain into a major force in Israeli tourism. But his enormous wealth comes from the family’s controlling interest in defense company Elbit Systems.

The company would hope to raise about NIS 50 million at a company valuation of NIS 200-250 million, before money.

The latest deal will bring the total amount Germany is spending on the long-range missile defense system to more than $6.7 billion - easily the biggest defense deal in Israel’s history.

“Intelligence Online” reports that Elbit Systems huge new deal signed last month is with the UAE.

The order for the company's stabilized cameras and other products is worth $76.8 million.

The SPAC is intended for the acquisition of an Israeli cybersecurity or AI company.

The US has not approved use of American rockets and missiles in EuroPULS launchers, the European version of Elbit System’s PULS, manufactured together with Germany’s KNDS, “Defense Express” reports.

Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal explains what the two countries offer each other, and how India maintains relations with both Israel and Iran.

Ukraine’s “Militarnyi” website reports that Rafael has flown a Spyder system to Georgia as the countries around Russia deploy Israeli air defense systems.