2010 Israel Special Weapons News

Gates, Israeli Defense Minister Discuss Iran, Regional Security AFPS 13 Dec 2010 -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak met this morning at the Pentagon to continue discussions on a range of bilateral and regional security issues.
KCNA Holds US Wholly Responsible for Nuclear Threat and Proliferation KCNA 01 Dec 2010 -- Singaporean Straits Times issued an article confirming Israel's access to nukes.
Top US, Israeli Military Leaders Meet Amid Iran Controversy VOA 17 Nov 2010 -- The top U.S. and Israeli military officers met amid some disagreement among senior leaders of the two countries on how best to pressure Iran to abandon its alleged nuclear weapons program.
Mullen Praises Israeli General for Improving Military Ties AFPS 17 Nov 2010 -- The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff today praised his Israeli counterpart for improving U.S.-Israeli military-to-military contacts during his term of office.
Netanyahu Presses U.S. For Military Threat On Iran RFE/RL 08 Nov 2010 -- Israeli PM Netanyahu told US VP Biden that only a credible military threat can deter Iran from building a nuclear weapon.
Iran Says Two Charged With Spying For Israel RFE/RL 28 Oct 2010 -- Tehran's chief prosecutor says two Iranians have been charged with spying for Israel about Iran's nuclear program.
Activist Convicted of Spying for Hezbollah VOA 27 Oct 2010 -- A prominent Arab-Israeli human rights activist has been convicted of spying for Lebanon's Shiite militant group Hezbollah.
Israeli Cabinet Approves Controversial Citizen Loyalty Oath VOA 10 Oct 2010 -- Israel's Cabinet approved a controversial loyalty oath that requires new citizens to pledge allegiance to a "Jewish and democratic" state. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the oath reflects the essence of the State of Israel. Critics countered that it would widen the existing gap between Jews and Arabs.
Israeli Ministry Of Defense Selects Lockheed Martin F-35 For Its Next-Generation Fighter Lockheed Martin 07 Oct 2010 -- Following the Israeli Government decision to select the Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] F-35 Lightning II as the Israel Air Force's next-generation fighter aircraft, Israeli Ministry of Defense Director General (Maj. Gen. Ret.) Udi Shani signed the Letter of Offer and Acceptance for the procurement of the F-35 aircraft earlier today in New York. Israel will be the first country to receive the F-35 through the United States government's Foreign Military Sales process.
UN Nuclear Body Rejects Arab Move to Censure Israel VOA 24 Sep 2010 -- Members of a U.N. nuclear monitoring agency rejected an Arab-sponsored resolution on Friday calling on Israel to join a global anti-atomic weapons treaty.
Soltanieh: Israel’s nuclear arsenal threatening entire world IRNA 24 Sep 2010 -- Iran’s IAEA envoy Ali-Asghar Soltanieh says Arab world is not alone in being concerned with Zionist regime’s nuclear threats, rather the entire world is worried about that.
Obama Urges UN Leaders To Unite Behind Mideast Peace Process RFE/RL 23 Sep 2010 -- In a speech before the UN General Assembly, U.S. President Barack Obama urged UN member states to overcome their cynicism about prospects for peace in the Middle East and support U.S.-led efforts to create and an independent Palestinian state that can coexist peacefully with Israel.
Russia could make aerial drones without Israeli help claims company RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2010 -- Russia does not need Israeli assistance to make progress in the development of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), including military drones, the head of a Russian UAV production company said on Thursday.
Israel threatens to scrap UAV deal with Russia over Syria arms sale RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2010 -- Israel may tear up much of the unprecedented military cooperation deal it signed with Moscow at the start of this month due to anger over Moscow's rigid stance on supplying naval missiles to Israel's enemy Syria.
UN experts say Israel's attack on aid convoy unlawful RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2010 -- A UN expert group condemned as "brutal" and "disproportionate" Israeli attack on an international Gaza-bound aid convoy in neutral waters, Israeli media reported.
Israel to examine UN report on Freedom Flotilla takeover - foreign ministry RIA Novosti 23 Sep 2010 -- Israel will examine a report by the UN Human Rights Council on the interception of an international Gaza-bound aid convoy by Israeli commandos, although the Israeli authorities consider it "biased, politicized and extremist," the country's Foreign Ministry said on Thursday.
Israel Rejects Findings Of UN Rights Probe Of Gaza Flotilla Raid RFE/RL 23 Sep 2010 -- Israel has rejected as "one-sided" and "biased" an investigation commissioned by the UN Human Rights Council, which concluded that Israel's military broke international laws during a raid on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
At UN, United States leader urges Israelis, Palestinians to enhance trust in quest for peace UN News Centre 23 Sep 2010 -- United States President Barack Obama today called on the international community to put their weight behind the Middle East peace process as he used his address to the United Nations General Assembly to urge Israelis and Palestinians to press ahead with efforts to bolster trust.
Israeli action against Gaza flotilla ‘unlawful’ – UN Human Rights Council panel UN News Centre 23 Sep 2010 -- Israeli forces violated human rights and international humanitarian law during the 31 May incident involving a convoy of aid ships bound for Gaza, the United Nations Human Rights Council’s international, independent fact-finding mission has concluded.
Obama Urges Global Support for Mideast Peace Efforts VOA 23 Sep 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama called on the global community Thursday to rally behind U.S.-led efforts for a solution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict within a year. In his U.N. General Assembly address, the president also called on Iran to confirm the peaceful intent of its nuclear program.
Israel ready to counter Yakhont missiles — General Staff RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2010 -- Israel is concerned by Russia's decision to sell anti-ship Yakhont missiles to Syria but the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) would be able to "deal" with the challenge, the chief of Israeli General Staff said on Tuesday.
Arab states seek to bring Israeli nuclear program under IAEA control IRNA 13 Sep 2010 -- Arab states are actively pressing for bringing Israeli nuclear program under international control.
IAEA report lacks serious probe of Israeli nukes: German daily IRNA 07 Sep 2010 -- The latest report of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Israel's nuclear program lacks any real substance as a result of a half-hearted investigation by IAEA chief Yukiya Amano, the daily newspaper junge welt reported Tuesday.
Russian servicemen 'mastering' use of Israeli drones RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2010 -- Some 50 Russian military servicemen are undergoing training in the use of Israeli-built unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Russian Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov said on Monday.
Israeli defense minister heads to Russia for military talks RIA Novosti 05 Sep 2010 -- The Russian and Israeli defense ministers, Anatoly Serdyukov and Ehud Barak, are planning to sign on Monday an agreement on military cooperation between the countries during talks in Moscow, the Russian defense minister's spokeswoman has said.
Zionists Waiting To Kill Hidden Imam RFE/RL 01 Sep 2010 -- Mojtaba Zolnour, deputy representative of Iran's supreme leader in the Revolutionary Guard, has said that "Zionists" are waiting for the Hidden Imam to appear to kill him.
UN Presses Israel on Nuclear Program VOA 24 Aug 2010 -- The top United Nations nuclear envoy has held talks with Israeli officials to push their country to be more open about its largely secretive nuclear program.
Berlin denies role in freeing suspected Mossad agent IRNA 16 Aug 2010 -- The German government Monday claimed it had no role in the controversial release of a suspected Mossad operative wanted by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for his alleged involvement in the killing of a senior Hamas official in Dubai.
Israel approves U. S. 5G fighters deal RIA Novosti 15 Aug 2010 -- Israel's Defense Minister Ehud Barak on Sunday approved purchase of U. S. fifth-generation F-35 fighters, the ministry's press service said.
Report: Israel Aims to Boost Space Presence VOA 13 Aug 2010 -- Israel's government is set to approve a plan that aims to turn the country into a space superpower.
Poland extradites suspected Mossad agent to Germany IRNA 13 Aug 2010 -- Poland has extradited alleged Mossad operative, Uri Brodsky, to Germany, where he is wanted for his logistic role in the Dubai slaying of a Hamas official in January, news reports said here on Thursday.
Berlin denies report of German national's arrest on spying charge IRNA 28 Jul 2010 -- The German government denied reports one of its citizens arrested in Lebanon on suspicion of spying for Israel.
7 Soldiers Presumed Dead in Israeli Helicopter Crash VOA 27 Jul 2010 -- Six Israeli soldiers and one Romanian are missing and presumed dead in an air crash during a military exercise in Europe.
US-Israel Military Ties Strengthen VOA 26 Jul 2010 -- While much public attention has been focused on diplomatic disputes, Obama administration officials say military and security ties between the two countries are stronger than ever.
Any Zionist rash move leads to Isreal's complete destruction - Min IRNA 26 Jul 2010 -- Defense Minister Brigadier General Vahidi: Any unwise step by the Zionist regime would ring the bell of its complete destruction.
Berlin says 'no' to financing Israel's purchase of sixth submarine IRNA 23 Jul 2010 -- Germany has rejected an Israeli request to subsidize the sale of a sixth German-made submarine and two combat ships, an official said here on Friday.
Israel completes tests of Iron Dome air defense system RIA Novosti 20 Jul 2010 -- The Israeli Defense Ministry has reported that tests of the Iron Dome air defense system have been completed and that interceptor missiles will soon be deployed.
Israel to Deploy Hi-Tech Anti-Rocket System VOA 20 Jul 2010 -- Israel's new anti-rocket system, called the Iron Dome, has passed final tests and will be deployed near the country's borders by November. The system was produced by the state-owned Rafael Arms Development Authority and is partially financed by the United States.
Soltanieh: Iran to support draft resolution on Israel IRNA 16 Jul 2010 -- Iran’s IAEA envoy Soltanieh: Iran will undoubtedly support the Arab League draft resolution due to be offered to the IAEA General Conference.
UK still seeking Israel assurance not to forge more passports IRNA 13 Jul 2010 -- The British government is still awaiting a pledge from Israel never again to clone or forge passports 4 months on.
Israel’s nuclear arsenal only “widespread assumption,” says UK IRNA 07 Jul 2010 -- The UK government continues to refuse to call on Israel to declare its nuclear weapons arsenal because its capability has never been admitted.
Turkey not awaiting Israeli response forever- FM IRNA 06 Jul 2010 -- Foreign Minster of Turkey Ahmet Davutoglu said that his country will not wait forever for receiving response from Israel.
Turkey Threatens to Cut Ties With Israel VOA 05 Jul 2010 -- Turkey's foreign minister says his country will cut diplomatic ties with Israel if it does not apologize for the commando raid on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla that killed eight Turks and a Turkish-American.
Israel refuses to apologize over Freedom Flotilla attack - Foreign Minister RIA Novosti 05 Jul 2010 -- Israel will not apologize to Turkey over the Gaza-bound aid flotilla's attack, Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said on Monday.
Turkey opts for severing military ties with Israel - Erdogan IRNA 05 Jul 2010 -- Turkey said Monday that it opted for severing its military ties with Israel, closing its airspace to Israeli military flights in protest at Israeli commando raid on a Turkish aid ship ferrying in international waters toward Gaza.
Turkey may cut diplomatic ties with Israel - Turkish FM RIA Novosti 05 Jul 2010 -- Turkey has said it may break diplomatic relations with Israel because of Tel Aviv's refusal to apologize for its deadly attack on a Gaza-bound humanitarian convoy, Turkey's Hurriyet daily said.
The Observation Satellite "Ofeq 9" Produced by Israel Aerospace Industries Has Successfully Transmitted Its First Images Israel Aerospace Industries 28 Jun 2010 -- Itzhak Nissan, President and CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries: "A flawless technological achievement that will improve the Israel Defense Forces' operational capabilities."
Turkey closes its airspace for Israeli planes RIA Novosti 28 Jun 2010 -- Turkey has closed its airspace for Israeli planes after ties between the two countries deteriorated following raid by Israeli commandos on a Turkish aid flotilla.
Israel launches military satellite to spy on Iran RIA Novosti 23 Jun 2010 -- Israel has launched a new spy satellite to improve the country's capabilities to spy on Iran and other potential enemies.
Israel's "Ofeq 9" satellite was launched and successfully injected into orbit Israel Aerospace Industries 22 Jun 2010 -- The following announcement was issued by Israel's Ministry of Defence spokesman on June 22nd, 2010:
Russia calls on Israel to join non-proliferation treaty RIA Novosti 11 Jun 2010 -- Russia joined international calls for Israel to join the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty.
Israel still not pledged to stop cloning UK passports IRNA 11 Jun 2010 -- The British government has admitted that is still awaiting a pledge from Israel never to again clone passports.
UN nuclear conference calls on India, Israel to joint NPT, CTBT IRNA 26 May 2010 -- Breaking the tradition of not naming countries, the draft of 2010 Nuclear-Non Proliferation Treaty Review conference has asked India, Israel and Pakistan to join NPT and CTBT.
NPT Review Draft Document Proposes Nuclear-Free Middle East RFE/RL 26 May 2010 -- Reports say a draft final document calls for a meeting of Middle East nations to establish the region as free of nuclear weapons.
Israel Denies Offering Nuclear Warheads to South Africa in 1975 VOA 24 May 2010 -- Israeli President Peres has strongly denied a report that he offered nuclear warheads to South African government in 1975.
Israel offers nuclear warheads to apartheid South Africa IRNA 24 May 2010 -- Israel offered to sell nuclear warheads to the former apartheid regime in South Africa, according to secret documents uncovered by American academic, Sasha Polakow-Suransky.
Israeli Nuclear Whistleblower Returns to Jail VOA 23 May 2010 -- An Israeli who spent 18 years in prison for revealing information about Israel's nuclear program has gone back to jail for violating the terms of his parole.
Amano's letter to IAEA members on persuading Israel to join NPT IRNA 06 May 2010 -- IAEA chief Amano is calling on member states for their viewpoints on how to persuade Israel to sign up to the NPT.
Iran ready for talks on nuclear fuel swap scheme, threatens U.S., Israel RIA Novosti 05 May 2010 -- Iranian President Ahmadinejad made a new series of emphatic statements during news conference in New York.
Iran over technological obstacles in creating nuclear arms RIA Novosti 05 May 2010 -- Head of the Israeli military intelligence research department: Iran has overcome the technological obstacles in creating nuclear arms.
UK still awaiting Israeli pledge not to clone passports IRNA 04 May 2010 -- The British government is still awaiting formal assurances from Israel never to again clone passports.
NPT review conference: Iran and Israel RIA Novosti 03 May 2010 -- The 2010 Review Conference of the Parties to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons is opening as disputes continue on Iran's nuclear program.
Israeli Official: Iranian Nuclear Expert Requests Asylum in Israel VOA 25 Apr 2010 -- An Israeli official says an Iranian academic with ties to Iran's nuclear program has requested asylum in Israel.
Iraqi FM urges inspecting Israeli nuclear installations IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshiyar Zebari here on Saturday called for inspecting Israeli nuclear installations by international bodies.
OIC chief: Israel should instantly sign NPT IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu said here on Saturday the Zionist regime should immediately sign the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Syrian FM: Zionist regime biggest nuclear threat in region IRNA 17 Apr 2010 -- Syria’s Foreign Minister Walid Al-Muallem said the Zionist regime was the biggest nuclear threat in the Middle East.
Former Israeli PM Implicated in Bribery Scandal VOA 16 Apr 2010 -- A former Israeli leader is embroiled in a new corruption scandal.
Israeli PM Cancels Trip to US Nuclear Summit VOA 09 Apr 2010 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has canceled a planned trip next week to attend U.S. President Barack Obama's nuclear security summit.
Former Israeli Female Soldier Charged with Espionage VOA 09 Apr 2010 -- A case of military espionage in Israel is pitting the press against the state.
Mauritania Affirms Break with Israel VOA 21 Mar 2010 -- Mauritania's foreign minister says her country has broken diplomatic relations with Israel.
Israel intends to build new nuclear reactor RIA Novosti 09 Mar 2010 -- Israel announced plans on Tuesday to build a new nuclear reactor to reduce the country's dependence on imported hydrocarbons, raising the specter of increased international scrutiny of Israel's nuclear program.
IAI-Made Eitan UAV Inducted into Israel Air Force Israel Aerospace Industries 22 Feb 2010 -- Commander in Chief of the Israel Air Force, MGen. Ido Nehushtan: "The 'Eitan's' impressive weight and wingspan put the aircraft in the "heavy UAV" category – a reflection of its significance on the battlefield, its ability to complete a variety of IAF long-range missions, and its critical role in air force missions covering a broad array of scenarios."
Turkey Threatens to Pull Israel Envoy Over Row VOA 13 Jan 2010 -- Turkey's president is threatening to recall the country's envoy to Israel unless Israel delivers a formal apology for offending its ambassador.

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