Pentagon signs $26m in contracts for Israel defense development They are aimed at helping the development of software and integration into F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft. April 28, 2025
One of America’s best investments: US military aid to Israel From the Cold War to the present, U.S. presidents have understood that support for Israel is not charity but a sound investment in national security. Micha Danzig April 10, 2025
US tops global arms exports; Israel ranks eighth The Jewish state accounted for 3.1% of international weapons sales between 2020 and 2024, while also being the 15th-largest importer. JNS Staff March 10, 2025
Israeli Defense Ministry showcases war achievements "This war has demonstrated that we must be self-reliant," Director General and designated IDF Chief of Staff Maj.-Gen. (res.) Eyal Zamir said. JNS Staff Feb. 3, 2025
Ilhan Omar to replace co-chair of caucus on defense budget reduction The Minnesota Democrat called it shameful to spend more "on a wasteful Pentagon budget than on priorities like education, health care and housing." Jan. 9, 2025
Israel advances domestic defense manufacturing independence The need for munitions independence "is a key lesson from the war that will empower the IDF to continue operating effectively in all theaters." JNS Staff Jan. 7, 2025
House passes annual defense bill with hundreds of millions for Israel The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act includes $500 million for U.S.-Israel missile-defense cooperation, $47.5 million for cooperation on emerging technologies and $80 million for anti-tunneling initiative. Andrew Bernard Dec. 11, 2024
Israel invests $40 million in cutting-edge drone technology "These acquisitions ensure that troops can optimally execute their battlefield missions," said Brig. Gen. Yehuda Almakias. Dec. 3, 2024
Israel approves billions in military upgrades Planned acquisitions include the Israeli Navy's next-generation "Reshef" missile ships and hundreds of new Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV). Nov. 25, 2024
