IDF
Report: The operational, classified drill involved dozens of fighter jets, as Iran nuclear talks occurred.
Israel Defense Forces eject company and platoon commanders after a review into the arrest of a Palestinian man who died of a heart attack.
Nine suspects arrested, transferred to Border Police for questioning; 16 illegal vehicles, handgun and stolen military ammunition seized.
IDF: The Red Sea exercise is geared to strengthen regional security and promote cooperation among forces.
Former defense officials say the development is an indication of Moscow’s desire to back the sovereignty of Syrian President Bashar Assad and that this may not be good news for Iran; the messaging could also be relevant for current Russian-American tensions regarding Ukraine.
A search of three vehicles near Route 90 revealed a total of 53 firearms: 39 handguns, 10 Kalashnikov assault rifles and four M16 assault rifles.
Report: The IAF is involved in detailed planning regarding intelligence, ammunition selections, aerial platforms and refueling capabilities.
The 4.1-magnitude tremor was centered some 10 miles southeast of Tiberias, according to Israel’s Home Front Command.
The Israeli prime minister also talked about ways to consolidate Israel’s international standing by strengthening the assets Israel can offer in a range of sectors, with an emphasis on high-tech.
Lt. Col. Ofer Tchorz of the 74th tank battalion said the exercise simulated combat against Hezbollah in Lebanon, in which the battalion would have to navigate hilly terrain and take on a heavily armed enemy that uses guerilla warfare tactics and fights out of populated areas.
Report: ThyssenKrupp increased the price tag from 1.8 billion euros (more than $2 billion).
“The next stage will be miniaturization, reducing production costs for the ground systems and also making it airborne. Laser is the next thing; it really is ‘Star Wars,’ ” said Brig. Gen. Eyal Harel.
