2017 Israel Special Weapons News

Israeli Army Launches Drills in Country's South Sputnik 24 Dec 2017 -- The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) launched on Sunday five-day military exercises in the country's south, the army's press service said.
Saudi FM Reveals Riyadh Has 'Roadmap' for 'Normal' Ties With Israel Sputnik 17 Dec 2017 -- Saudi Arabia and Israel have no official ties, despite hints by several Israeli top officials at "secret contacts" with Arab countries.
Saudi kingdom has plan to establish ties with Israel, Jubeir says Press TV 15 Dec 2017 -- Amid widespread reports of behind-the-scenes cooperation between Riyadh and Tel Aviv, Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir says the kingdom has a "roadmap" to establish full diplomatic ties with the Tel Aviv regime.
Israeli police question Netanyahu again over corruption probe Press TV 15 Dec 2017 -- Israeli police investigators have questioned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his residence in occupied Jerusalem al-Quds again over suspicions he received illegal gifts from a number of wealthy businessmen.
IDF Officials Arrested Over Alleged $28 Million Scam Sputnik 13 Dec 2017 -- Almost two dozen senior Israel Defense Force service members, Defense Ministry officials and technology company employees were put in handcuffs on Tuesday for allegedly stealing $28 million, or 100 million new Israeli shekels, from the government, the Times of Israel reported.
Israel Declares 'Air Superiority' for the Next 40 Years in Middle East Sputnik 07 Dec 2017 -- The Israel Air Force (IAF) has become the second air force in the world to declare the F-35 stealth fighter jet an operational aircraft - which IAF leaders claim has given Israel air superiority in the Middle East for the next 40 years.
Statement by President Trump on Jerusalem The White House 06 Dec 2017
President Donald J. Trump's Proclamation on Jerusalem as the Capital of the State of Israel The White House 06 Dec 2017
President Trump's Decision to Recognize Jerusalem as Israel's Capital US Dept. of State 06 Dec 2017-
Trump declares Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's capital Press TV 06 Dec 2017 -- US President Donald Trump has officially declared the disputed city of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's capital, despite warnings from around the world that the measure risks triggering a fresh wave of violence in the Middle East.
Trump Says U.S. Recognizes Jerusalem As Israeli Capital, Vows To Move Embassy RFE/RL 06 Dec 2017 -- President Donald Trump has announced that the United States now recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, a move that drew praise from Israel but criticism and condemnation elsewhere.
Trump Recognizes Jerusalem as Israeli Capital VOA 06 Dec 2017 -- Saying "our greatest hope is for peace," President Donald Trump has reversed decades of U.S. policy, recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital and setting in motion the process of moving the American embassy from Tel Aviv to the ancient holy city.
International Community's Anxiety Rises Over US Jerusalem Decision VOA 06 Dec 2017 -- The international community reacted swiftly to President Donald Trump's announcement the United States would formally recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, a move that could reignite Israeli-Palestinian violence.
Arabs, Muslims Warn Trump Against Recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's Capital VOA 06 Dec 2017 -- The Middle East is on edge as President Donald Trump plans to make a controversial change in U.S. policy on Jerusalem.
OIC set to meet in Turkey to coordinate response on Trump's al-Quds move Press TV 06 Dec 2017 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is set to meet in Turkey to coordinate a response to US President Donald Trump's plan to declare Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's capital.
Hamas: Israel has no land to claim 'capital' Press TV 06 Dec 2017 -- The Palestinian resistance movement of Hamas says Israel has "no land" and naturally no right to designate "a capital" city. The announcement came shortly before US President Donald Trump's expected declaration of the recognition of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel's "capital."
Iran says Trump's al-Quds move to spark another Palestinian Intifada Press TV 06 Dec 2017 -- Iran has strongly condemned US President Donald Trump's decision to move his country's embassy in Israel to Jerusalem al-Quds, saying the measure will ignite a new Palestinian Intifada (uprising).
France's Macron Says Trump's Jerusalem Move 'Regrettable' Sputnik 06 Dec 2017 -- Earlier today Trump announced his decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital and relocate the US diplomatic mission from Tel Aviv, a move many countries worldwide have urged the president to refrain from.
Hamas Says Trump's Israel Embassy Decision 'Opens Gates of Hell' Sputnik 06 Dec 2017 -- Palestine's Hamas movement has slammed US President Donald Trump over his move to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, warning that the decision "opens the gates of hell."
Israeli PM Calls on All States to Recognize Jerusalem as Jewish Capital Sputnik 06 Dec 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on all states to follow the pattern of the US and recognize Jerusalem as the Israeli capital to move their embassies there. Earlier, US President Donald Trump announced his decision to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Trump Recognizes Jerusalem as Israeli Capital, Orders to Prepare Embassy Move Sputnik 06 Dec 2017 -- The US president has stated that Israel has the right to determine its own capital and the decision is a long overdue step to advance the peace process between the Jewish State and Palestine.
Iran's Supreme Leader, Hamas Blast US Plan to Relocate Its Embassy to Jerusalem Sputnik 06 Dec 2017 -- Earlier on Wednesday, a White House official said that US President Donald Trump will order the State Department to start the process of relocating the US embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
Turkish President, Jordanian King Unite Against US President Over Jerusalem Move VOA 06 Dec 2017 -- The news of the United States' intention to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel dominated talks Wednesday between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and King Abdullah II of Jordan. In statements to the media at the presidential palace, both leaders voiced concern.
Issue of Jerusalem must be resolved through direct negotiations between parties, UN chief stresses UN News 06 Dec 2017 -- In the wake of the announcement by the United States President recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on Wednesday stressed that there is no alternative to the two-state solution and that Jerusalem is an issue that must be resolved through direct negotiations between the parties.
Israel's F-35 Joint Strike Fighters Officially Ready for Action Sputnik 06 Dec 2017 -- Israeli Air Force head Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin announced on Wednesday that fifth-generation F-35 Adir fighters have joined the fleet, about one year after the first Lockheed Martin-made jet was delivered to the country.
CIA chief: Saudi, Israel may set up 'joint military headquarters' Press TV 04 Dec 2017 -- CIA Director Mike Pompeo says Saudi Arabia is working directly with Israel on confronting "challenges" in the Middle East, suggesting that the two sides could go as far as setting up "a joint military headquarters."
'Joint Military HQ' Would Help Israel, Saudi Arabia Fight Terrorism - CIA Head Sputnik 04 Dec 2017 -- Strained relations with Iran and the common threat of terrorism are the factors building a bridge between Saudi Arabia and Israel, according to Mike Pompeo.
Israel 'reprimands' Myanmar envoy for spilling the beans on arms deal Press TV 01 Dec 2017 -- The Israeli regime has "reprimanded" Myanmar's ambassador to Tel Aviv for saying that Tel Aviv has signed a new arms deal with Naypyidaw, which is under massive international criticism over ethnically cleansing minority Muslim Rohingya in the west of the country.
Israeli UN Ambassador Reveals Covert Relationship With Dozen Arab States Sputnik 28 Nov 2017 -- Although just two members of the Arab League have official diplomatic ties with Israel, there are a dozen Arab states which have a secretive relationship with Tel Aviv and "understand the potential of relations with Israel" in spite of their official position on the country's existence, Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon has said.
Pence: Trump 'Actively Considering' Relocating US Embassy to Jerusalem VOA 28 Nov 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump is "actively considering" ways to move the U.S. embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, Vice President Mike Pence said Tuesday.
Israeli tank targets Syrian military post in Golan Heights Press TV 20 Nov 2017 -- An Israeli tank has targeted a Syrian military post in the Golan Heights, the second of such incidents to occur in just 24 hours.
Cabinet Minister Indicates Israel Has Had Secret Contacts With Saudis Over Iran Concerns RFE/RL 20 Nov 2017 -- An Israeli cabinet minister has indicated that Israel has had secret contacts with Saudi Arabia and other Arab countries over their mutual concerns about Iran, an apparent first acknowledgment by a senior official about covert dealings.
Israel Moves to Deport 40,000 African Migrants VOA 20 Nov 2017 -- The fate of 40,000 African migrants in Israel remains unclear after lawmakers approved a proposal to deport them.
India Calls off $500 Mln Spike Missile Deal With Israel Sputnik 20 Nov 2017 -- Israel's Spike had won the global bid in 2014 but could not sign the final contract with India due to a single-vendor situation. Now, India's state-owned defense firm DRDO is locally producing anti-tank guided missiles that match the requirements of the Indian armed forces.
Police grills Israeli premier for sixth time in graft probe Press TV 19 Nov 2017 -- Israeli police have questioned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his residence in occupied Jerusalem al-Quds for the sixth time in a corruption probe, Israeli media reports say.
That's a Wrap: Israel's Titanic Eight-Nation Air Force Exercise Concludes Sputnik 18 Nov 2017 -- The largest air exercises ever held in the history of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) wrapped up on Friday. Blue Flag, an eight-nation war game contested in the skies of southern Israel, set numerous records - including largest aerial war game of 2017.
Bibi Corruption Case Continues: Police Ready to Charge Netanyahu With Bribery Sputnik 12 Nov 2017 -- An ongoing Israeli law enforcement investigation now has enough evidence to bring formal charges of bribery against the country's prime minister, according to reports.
Israeli army says shot down Syrian drone over occupied Golan Heights Press TV 11 Nov 2017 -- The Israeli military says it has intercepted and shot down an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) purportedly operated by the Syrian Air Force in Syria's occupied Golan Heights.
Israeli Forces Shoot Down Drone on Syrian Border - IDF Sputnik 11 Nov 2017 -- According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) was intercepted with Patriot missiles while on a reconnaissance mission over the demilitarized areas of the Golan Heights, claimed by7 both Israel and Syria.
Israel: Military Shot Down Syrian Spy Drone VOA 11 Nov 2017 -- Israel shot down a Syrian military spy drone near the border on Saturday, the Israeli military said.
Eight Countries Participate in Colossal Air Force Exercises Over Israel Sputnik 09 Nov 2017 -- The largest aerial exercise of 2017 took place on Thursday as eight different Air Forces all conducted war games in the skies over Israel. The Blue Flag exercise, also the largest in the history of the Israeli Air Force (IAF), saw a fictional "war" between the countries of Falcon Land and Nowhere Land.
Netanyahu Confidant Yitzhak Molcho Interrogated in Submarine Corruption Probe Sputnik 07 Nov 2017 -- Corruption investigations surrounding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are hotting up, after his close confidant and personal envoy Yitzhak Molcho was arrested by police scrutinizing the infamous ThyssenKrupp submarine deal.
Israel launches its 'largest-ever' aerial drill: Report Press TV 06 Nov 2017 -- Israel has launched its largest aerial exercise ever with air forces from India and seven other countries taking part, the Times of Israel reported.
Israel's F-35I Adir to Start Full Operations in December Sputnik 31 Oct 2017 -- Israel's F-35 "Adir" aircraft is preparing to become fully operational in the country's Air Force (IAF) next month in an effort to stymie Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iranian-backed proxies in Syria, according to a report published October 29.
Lebanese security forces dismantle espionage cell working for Mossad Press TV 31 Oct 2017 -- Lebanese security forces have busted an espionage cell in the country, whose members were collecting sensitive information and passing it to the Israeli spy agency Mossad.
Mossad agent sentenced to death: Tehran prosecutor Press TV 24 Oct 2017 -- Iran has sentenced to death an individual found guilty of cooperating with Israel's Mossad spy agency and providing information to it, Tehran's prosecutor Abbas Ja'afari Dolatabadi says.
Germany approves sale of three Thyssenkrupp submarines to Israel Press TV 23 Oct 2017 -- German authorities have officially confirmed the sale of three modern submarines to Israel despite persisting claims about a conflict of interest in the deal.
Germany approves submarine deal with Israel despite graft probe: Reports Press TV 21 Oct 2017 -- Reports say the German government has secretly given the go-ahead to a controversial deal for the sale of three nuclear-capable submarines to Israel despite an ongoing graft probe into the agreement.
Germany Signs Off on Deal to Send Israel Three Advanced Subs - Reports Sputnik 21 Oct 2017 -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel's government approved a deal to sell the Israeli Navy three submarines costing up to $1 billion each, overcoming reservations about dealing with Israeli officials closely connected to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing corruption charges.
Israel, UAE engaged in secret arms deals: Report Press TV 08 Oct 2017 -- A newly-released report says Israeli and Emirati businessmen have secretly brokered arms deals between the two sides.
Trump Says He Won't Move Embassy To Jerusalem For Now, Rips Iran RFE/RL 08 Oct 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump said in a television interview he will not proceed for now with his pledge to move the American Embassy to Jerusalem, and he declined to specify his plans in regard to the landmark nuclear deal with Iran.
Erdogan Accuses Israel's Mossad of Supporting Iraqi Kurdistan Referendum Sputnik 04 Oct 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that Israel's intelligence agency Mossad supported Iraqi Kurdistan's referendum on independence as only Israel would recognize the Kurdish administration.
Mossad Director Reveals Extent of Israeli Spying Agency's Overseas Operations Sputnik 03 Oct 2017 -- The head of Israel's intelligence service, Mossad, has acknowledged the agency carries out "hundreds of thousands" of operations against "enemy countries" every year - the organization's history of operations targeted against close allies went unmentioned.
US Army to install Israeli equipment on Abrams tanks Press TV 02 Oct 2017 -- The US Army will install Israel's Trophy active-protection system on its third-generation main battle tanks, M1A2 Abram, making it the first foreign army to use the system which is designed to detect and neutralize incoming projectiles.
Shiny New Trophy: US Tanks to Be Equipped with Israeli Anti-Missile System Sputnik 02 Oct 2017 -- The US military will be installing the Israeli-built Trophy Active Protection System (APS) meant to intercept and destroy incoming missiles or rockets on their M1A2 Abrams tanks. This will make the US military the only other besides the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to use the defensive system.
Norway offers to allow in Israeli nuclear whistleblower Press TV 30 Sep 2017 -- Norway has offered to allow Israeli nuclear whistleblower Mordechai Vanunu and his Norwegian wife to immigrate to and live in the Scandinavian country.
Israel played role in Iraq's Kurdish referendum: Turkish president Press TV 30 Sep 2017 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Israel's Mossad spy agency has played a role in the recent Kurdish independence referendum in northern Iraq.
Israel refuses to stop arms sales to Myanmar despite Rohingya massacre Press TV 27 Sep 2017 -- The Israeli regime will not put an end to its sale of ammunition to Myanmar in light of incontrovertible evidence and United Nations data that the Southeast Asian nation's military has perpetrated various forms of atrocities, including systematic rape and expulsions, against Rohingya Muslims.
Israeli Parliament Orders Review of Future F-35 Purchases Sputnik 27 Sep 2017 -- Coinciding with the Pentagon's contemplation of whether it is prudent to retire 100 F-35s from combat operations rather than give them costly upgrades of their outdated software, the Israeli Parliament will explore whether alternatives might be more effective than the expensive Lockheed Martin jets.
Israeli rockets hit near airport in Syria capital: Report Press TV 22 Sep 2017 -- Israeli warplanes have reportedly targeted the airport in Syria's capital, Damascus, with two rockets, in a new act of aggression against the Arab country.
Israeli fighter jet bombs positions in occupied Golan Heights Press TV 19 Sep 2017 -- An Israeli fighter jet has targeted positions in Syria's occupied Golan Heights after a Patriot missile allegedly intercepted and shot down an unmanned aerial vehicle purportedly operated by the Lebanese Hezbollah resistance movement.
U.S. launches its first military base in Israel to curb Iran People's Daily 19 Sep 2017 -- The U.S. army inaugurated its first military base in Israel, which sends a message of readiness to Israel's arch enemy Iran in the region, local media reported on Tuesday.
US army opens 'first ever stationary unit' in Israel Press TV 18 Sep 2017 -- The United States has inaugurated a permanent military base in Israel, poised as "the first ever stationary unit" there.
Bahrain's king denounces boycott of Israel, says citizens free to visit Israel Press TV 18 Sep 2017 -- Bahrain's king Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifah has called for an end to the Arab boycott of Israel, days after the Israeli premier said relations with the Arab world were better than any other time.
Israeli Drills Focus on 'Scenario of Full-Scale Hostilities' Against Hezbollah Sputnik 13 Sep 2017 -- The Israeli army is holding war games practicing a scenario of a conflict with Hezbollah turning into "full-scale hostilities amid Tel Aviv's repeated claims that the Lebanon-based group fighting against Daesh terrorists alongside government forces in Syria allegedly poses a threat to Israel's security.
Israel premier support Kurdish independence vote in Iraq Press TV 13 Sep 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voices support for the formation of a Kurdish state in the lead-up to a planned independence referendum in Iraq's Kurdistan region, which has sparked strong criticisms from the central government as well as Iraq's neighbors.
Israeli Warplanes Strike Alleged Syrian Chemical Weapons Facility VOA 07 Sep 2017 -- Syria says two people were killed when Israeli warplanes struck a military facility near Hama that Western nations allege is linked to Damascus' chemical weapons program. Syria claims to have handed over all of its chemical weapons, as part of an internationally-brokered deal in 2013, but the U.N. accuses Damascus of using chemical weapons on a number of times since.
Israeli jets hit Syria army position in Hama Province, kill 2 soldiers Press TV 07 Sep 2017 -- At least two Syrian soldiers have been killed after Israeli fighter jets targeted an army position in the west-central province of Hama, in yet another act of aggression against the Arab country
Syrian Army Says Israeli Jets Hit Military Site RFE/RL 07 Sep 2017 -- The Syrian Army says Israeli jets have hit one of its facilities in the country's west.
IDF Push to Modernize Includes More Training for Reserve Forces Sputnik 15 Aug 2017 -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced that they will increase the annual training for reserve soldiers almost threefold to increase Israeli readiness for a sudden conflict.
Israel issues restraining order against striking workers of Dimona reactor Press TV 13 Aug 2017 -- Israel has approved measures launching emergency regulations against striking employees at the Negev Nuclear facility in Dimona.
Israeli military helicopter crashes, pilot killed Press TV 08 Aug 2017 -- The Israeli military says an Apache attack helicopter has crashed while attempting to land at a base in southern Israel, killing the pilot and critically wounding the co-pilot.
Israel's Rafael Sets Up Anti-Tank Guided Missile Facility With Indian Partner Sputnik 03 Aug 2017 -- Israel's Rafael Defense Systems has inaugurated a joint venture facility with the Kalyani Group to manufacture Spike anti-tank guided missiles in the southern state of Telangana.
India Partners With Israel to Develop Missile Defense System Sputnik 21 Jul 2017 -- The Indian Army has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) to raise a regiment of advanced Medium Range Surface to Air Missiles (MRSAMs) capable of shooting down ballistic missiles and aircraft.
Germany delays submarine deal with Israel over graft Press TV 18 Jul 2017 -- Germany has decided to delay the signing of a major military deal with Israel after reports emerged saying officials in the occupied Palestinian territories have been involved in bribery and money laundering around the deal.
Oops! Israeli Defense Forces Accidentally Admit to Existence of Secret Airbase Sputnik 18 Jul 2017 -- The Israeli army accidentally revealed the existence of a previously unacknowledged airbase through its official website, hastily removing all references when the exposure was pounced upon by the media. The incident highlights the secrecy at the core of Israel's military strategy.
Germany Postpones Submarines Sales Deal With Israel Due to Corruption Probe Sputnik 18 Jul 2017 -- Germany has indefinitely postponed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the sale of three submarines to Israel in light of the ongoing Israeli probe into corruption allegations in connection with the multi-billion dollar deal, Israeli media reported on Tuesday.
Netanyahu's Lawyer, Ex-Navy Chief Named as Suspects in German Submarine Probe Sputnik 12 Jul 2017 -- Attorney David Shimron, a personal lawyer to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Adm. Eliezer Merom, a former commander of the Israeli Navy, were questioned within the ongoing investigation into government contracts to purchase submarines from the German ThyssenKrupp company, media reported Wednesday.
Israel not bound by US-Russian ceasefire deal in Syria: Liberman Press TV 10 Jul 2017 -- Israel has refused to abide by a ceasefire brokered by the United States and Russia which went into force in southwestern Syria on Sunday, saying it would act to protect its interests.
'Very close associates' of Israeli PM arrested in 'submarine affair' Press TV 10 Jul 2017 -- Israeli police have arrested six people, including some "very close associates" of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, over bribery, fraud, and money laundering charges, in a case that could be highly consequential for the Israeli premier.
Germany approves sale of nuclear-capable submarines to Israel: Report Press TV 01 Jul 2017 -- Germany's national security council has approved a controversial deal to sell nuclear-capable submarines to the Israeli regime, a report says.
Israel to test anti-missile system on US soil Press TV 12 Jun 2017 -- An Israeli military organization is to receive cooperation from the US Missile Defense Agency to test an Israeli Arrow-3 anti-missile system in the US state of Alaska.
Irking Turkey, Israel and Cyprus Begin Mountain Military Drills Sputnik 11 Jun 2017 -- Hundreds of Israeli commandos are headed to Cyprus as the two countries prepare to start a large-scale, week-long military drill Sunday.
Trump to Keep US Israeli Embassy in Tel Aviv for Now VOA 01 Jun 2017 -- President Donald Trump is keeping the U.S. embassy in Israel in Tel Aviv, even while promising to eventually move it to Jerusalem.
Trump Signs Waiver To Keep U.S. Embassy In Tel Aviv For Now RFE/RL 01 Jun 2017 -- The White House says President Donald Trump has signed a waiver that will keep the U.S. Embassy in Israel in Tel Aviv for at least the next six months, saying the action will "maximize the chances" of reaching a peace deal between Israelis and Palestinians.
Israel tests rocket propulsion system: Report Press TV 29 May 2017 -- Israel has launched a rocket to test a new propulsion system, with military officials refusing to say whether it was successful or not.
Israel Tests Rocket Propulsion System Sputnik 29 May 2017 -- Israel conducted a test launch of a rocket propulsion system in the densely populated central part of the country, according to the statement of the Israeli Defense Ministry.
Israel Alters Intelligence Sharing with US VOA 24 May 2017 -- Israel says it has changed its intelligence-sharing protocols with the United States after President Donald Trump disclosed classified information to Russian diplomats earlier this month that had come from Israel, even though Tel Aviv had not assented to his handing it to another country.
In Israel, Trump Slams 'Terrible' Iran Nuclear Accord RFE/RL 22 May 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump slammed a "terrible" nuclear deal signed with Iran and said the country must stop supporting "terrorists and militia" and must "never ever" acquire nuclear weapons.
Trump Assails Iranian Aggression on Visit to Israel VOA 22 May 2017 -- U.S. President Donald Trump assailed Iranian aggression and military ambitions Monday on his first visit to Israel as the American leader, drawing quick approval from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Massive US-Saudi arms deal upsets Israeli leaders Press TV 22 May 2017 -- Israel has voiced concern about the ability to retain its "qualitative military edge" in the Middle East following the $110 billion arms package signed between the US and Saudi Arabia over the weekend.
India to Arm Navy With Israeli Barak Missiles Sputnik 22 May 2017 -- India will buy more Israeli Barak 8 missiles and missile defense systems to boost its naval power under a $630 million deal with Israel Aerospace Industries.
Israel to bag over $600mn in military deal with India Press TV 21 May 2017 -- The Israeli regime has inked an arms deal worth $630 million with India to provide the Indian Navy with an advanced long-range surface-to-air missile system.
Former Israeli spy chiefs attack Trump for 'intel leak' Press TV 18 May 2017 -- Two former directors of Israel's Mossad spy agency have attacked US President Donald Trump for his alleged sharing of highly classified, Israeli-obtained "intelligence" with Russia.
Israel Provided Intelligence Trump Shared With Russian Officials - Reports Sputnik 16 May 2017 -- Israel was the source of the intelligence information that US President Donald Trump shared with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Ambassador to the US Sergei Kislyak during their discussion at the White House last week on efforts to fight terror groups, media reported.
Dunford, Israeli Leaders Discuss Regional Issues AFPS 09 May 2017 -- Israeli officials today welcomed Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to the country and presented him with an award for his personal leadership in strengthening U.S.-Israeli military-to-military ties.
Israel unveils US-made advanced F-35 warplanes at air show Press TV 02 May 2017 -- Israel has unveiled its F-35 stealth warplanes recently obtained from the United States, a further vivid sign of Washington's full military support of Tel Aviv in its crackdown on the Palestinian people and aggression against neighbors.
Iran, Russia condemn Israeli attack on Syria airport Press TV 27 Apr 2017 -- Iran and Russia have condemned an attack by Israel on a major airport in Syria as an act of aggression and a blatant violation of the Arab country's sovereignty.
'Israeli Strike' On Military Site Near Damascus Airport RFE/RL 27 Apr 2017 -- An Israeli missile strike has caused a huge blast at a "military position" near Damascus international airport, Syrian state media report.
3 Syrian forces killed in fresh Israeli attack on military camp Press TV 23 Apr 2017 -- Three Syrian forces have been killed in a fresh Israeli attack on a military camp near the southwestern city of Quneitra, a military official says.
Israel - 76mm Naval Gun and Technical Support DSCA 18 Apr 2017 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Israel for 76mm Naval Gun and Technical Support. The estimated cost is $440 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale on April 26, 2017.
Israel to Cancel German Submarine Acquisition Deal If Graft Confirmed Sputnik 18 Apr 2017 -- Israel will scrap a deal with a German shipbuilder to buy three submarines if Israeli investigators find evidence of corruption in the case opened earlier this year, local media reported Tuesday.
Moscow Statement Endorses West Jerusalem As Israeli Capital RFE/RL 06 Apr 2017 -- In what is being hailed by Israeli media as an "unexpected, unprecedented, and curious move," Russia has said it envisions West Jerusalem as the future capital of Israel and East Jerusalem to be the capital of a future Palestinian state.
India Signs Almost $2 Bln Air Defense Missile Contract With Israeli Company Sputnik 06 Apr 2017 -- Months before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Israel visit, the Indian government has signed an almost $2 billion contract with Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) for supplying advanced medium range surface-to-air missile and missile defense system to the Indian Army.
Existential Danger': Israel's New 'David's Sling' Anti-Missile System Revealed Sputnik 04 Apr 2017 -- David's Sling officially began operational deployment in ceremonies held on Sunday at the Hatzor Airbase.
India Clears Purchase of 100 Israeli Barak Missiles for Warships Sputnik 04 Apr 2017 -- The Indian Defense Ministry has approved the purchase of 100 Barak surface-to-air missiles at a cost of US$ 77 million. The Israeli-made missiles can track and shoot down rival subsonic and supersonic missiles, fighter jets, maritime patrolling aircraft, helicopters and sea skimming missiles.
Lawmakers Tout US-Israeli Ties on Final Day of AIPAC VOA 28 Mar 2017 -- Several U.S. lawmakers spoke Tuesday about the importance of cooperation between the United States and Israel, on the final day of the annual policy conference of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee.
Israel Vows to Continue Launching Airstrikes on Targets in Syria Sputnik 22 Mar 2017 -- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed that Tel Aviv will continue to carry out operations aimed at disrupting weapons transfers from Iran to Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based Shia movement which Israel considers to be one of the top threats to its security.
Russia Summons Israeli Envoy Over Concern About Air Strikes In Syria RFE/RL 21 Mar 2017 -- The Russian Foreign Ministry said on March 20 that it had summoned Israel's ambassador to express concern about air strikes that hit close to Russian forces last week around the Syrian city of Palmyra.
Israel launches surprise military exercises in south Press TV 20 Mar 2017 -- The Israeli army has conducted two drills in the southern part of the occupied territories amid recent tensions in the besieged Gaza Strip and Egypt's Sinai Peninsula.
Israel threatens to destroy Syrian air defense systems Press TV 19 Mar 2017 -- Israel's minister for military affairs, Avigdor Lieberman, has warned the Syrian government against launching ground-to-air missiles at Israeli warplanes carrying out strikes inside Syria, threatening to destroy Syrian air defense systems.
Escalation Looming? Israel to Crush Syrian Air Defense if Jets Targeted Again Sputnik 19 Mar 2017 -- Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Lieberman has threatened to destroy Syria's air defense systems if they target the Israeli jets once again.
Israeli Minister Confirms Airstrikes in Syria Targeted Arms for Hezbollah Sputnik 19 Mar 2017 -- The Israeli Air Force carried out airstrikes on a convoy in Syria, carrying a batch of weapons for Hezbollah, according to Israeli Intelligence and Atomic Energy Minister Yisrael Katz.
Israel Defense Forces Deny Claims of Losing Aircraft Over Syria Sputnik 17 Mar 2017 -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) denied to Sputnik on Friday claims that one of its aircraft was shot down over Syria.
Israeli Jets Attacked by Missiles From Syrian Territory - Military Sputnik 17 Mar 2017 -- Israeli Air Force planes were targeted from the ground after they attacked several targets on the territory of Syria, a spokesperson of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) told Sputnik on Friday.
Syrian army: Israeli jet shot down, another hit Press TV 17 Mar 2017 -- The Syrian army says four Israeli jets breached the Arab country's airspace on Friday morning, adding its air defense shot down one of the aircraft and hit another.
Israeli Army to Introduce 'New Generation' Drones in Combat Zones Sputnik 13 Mar 2017 -- The Israeli Defense Forces Artillery is to begin testing a new drone, which according to sources, will greatly improve intelligence gathering and can be used in combat zones.
Israel Warns Russia That Iran's Presence In Syria Blocks Peace Deal RFE/RL 10 Mar 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told Russian President Vladimir Putin there can never be peace in Syria as long Iran maintains troops and advisers there.
Israeli Sea Drones Start Firing Missiles Sputnik 09 Mar 2017 -- While unmanned aerial vehicles have been increasingly represented across military portfolios, Israel is working on an unmanned remotely-operated surface vehicle. For the first time, Israel successfully tested its Spike missile system from a USV, the Jerusalem Post reports.
Readout of Secretary Mattis' Meeting with Israeli Minister of Defense Avigdor Lieberman DoD 07 Mar 2017
Official Investigation Launched Into German-Israeli Submarine Deal Sputnik 28 Feb 2017 -- Israel's Justice Ministry has launched an investigation into the potentially corrupt purchase of German submarines involving individuals close to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following months of examination by law enforcement agencies.
Israel won't return Golan Heights to Syria, Netanyahu says Press TV 24 Feb 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the Tel Aviv regime will never end its decades-long occupation of Syria's Golan Heights.
Israeli warplanes bombard military positions outside Damascus: Reports Press TV 22 Feb 2017 -- Israeli military aircraft have reportedly carried out an overnight airstrike against Syrian army positions in the strategic and mountainous Qalamoun region, which lies north of the capital Damascus along the border with neighboring Lebanon.
Czech Army to Purchase 8 Israeli Radars for $116 Mln Sputnik 21 Feb 2017 -- The Czech army will buy eight Israeli ELM 2084 MMR radars, used in Iron Dome missile defense system, for about $116 million, local media reported.
Readout of Secretary Mattis' Bilateral Meeting with Israeli Minister of Defense Avigdor Lieberman DoD 17 Feb 2017
Israeli premier describes Trump as greatest supporter of Tel Aviv Press TV 15 Feb 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described US President Donald Trump as the greatest supporter of the Tel Aviv regime.
Israeli police question Netanyahu over corruption scandal Press TV 27 Jan 2017 -- Israeli police have questioned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a third time as part of a series of investigations over corruption suspicions.
Israel Confirms Test of Mid-Range Missile Interceptor Sputnik 28 Jan 2017 -- On Wednesday Israel's Defense Ministry said that it successfully completed testing of the David's Sling missile-interceptor system, a weapons program co-developed with US support.
Israeli premier faces more probes over corruption Press TV 24 Jan 2017 -- Israeli police have extended the scope of their investigation into allegations of corruption against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israeli court convicts nuclear whistle-blower for violating terms of release Press TV 24 Jan 2017 -- An Israeli court has convicted nuclear whistle-blower Mordechai Vanunu of what it described as a violation of the terms of his release from prison under parole, more than a decade after he completed an 18-year prison sentence.
Israeli Nuclear Spy Vanunu Convicted Again for Violating Parole Sputnik 24 Jan 2017 -- Mordechai Vanunu, who revealed in the 1980s that Israel had nuclear weapons, has been convicted again, this time of violating the terms of his release, and now faces additional jail time.
Israel Reaches Out to Trump Administration VOA 22 Jan 2017 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opened his weekly Cabinet meeting in Jerusalem Sunday by reaching out to Israel's most important ally, the United States, and its new leader Donald Trump.
Defending from Outer Space? Israel Introduces Arrow-3 Missile Interceptor System Sputnik 20 Jan 2017 -- Arrow-3, a missile-defense system capable of destroying targets in space, codeveloped by Israel Aerospace Industries and Boeing, has officially entered service, according to Jerusalem.
Israel Enters 'New Era' With Arrow 3 Anti-Ballistic Missiles Sputnik 18 Jan 2017 -- The Israeli Air Force enters a "new era" as it has received Arrow 3 anti-ballistic missiles from Israeli Missile Defense Organization (IMDO), the IMDO director said Wednesday.
Algeria busts international spy cell working for Israel: Media reports Press TV 14 Jan 2017 -- Algerian security forces have reportedly disbanded an international espionage network working for the Israeli regime in the North African country.
Israel Cuts $6 Million to UN Over Settlement Vote VOA 07 Jan 2017 -- Israel says it is withholding about $6 million from its annual United Nations dues, following a U.N. Security Council resolution last month calling for an end to Israel's "settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory."
Israeli police question Netanyahu in graft probe Press TV 03 Jan 2017 -- Israeli investigators have questioned Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his official residence in East Jerusalem al-Quds over allegations of corruption.
Israeli police to question Prime Minister Netanyahu on corruption Press TV 02 Jan 2017 -- Israeli police authorities are to interrogate Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on suspicions that he systematically received favors and gifts worth tens of thousands of dollars from a number of wealthy businessmen.

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