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The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) mission is to shape and strengthen the security and resilience of the State of Israel, build the defense establishment's force structure, and enhance the IDF's operational capacity and effectiveness. As well as to preserve Israel's Qualitative Military Edge (QME) and its scientific and technological superiority, to maintain foreign defense partnerships, strengthen the defense industry and its strategic independence, support civil-military partnerships, and serve as the national coordinating body during times of emergency and crises.

05/11/2026

Israel, Greece and Cyprus Deepen Defence Cooperation at Trilateral Meeting 🇮🇱🇬🇷🇨🇾

The Ministries of Defence of the Hellenic Republic, the Republic of Cyprus and the State of Israel, met today, November 5th, in Athens for a trilateral meeting, focused on strengthening defense cooperation between the three countries and on shared security challenges in the Eastern Mediterranean.

The meeting brought together the heads of defence policy from the Hellenic, Cypriot and Israeli Ministries of Defence, alongside other senior officials.

The sides reaffirmed that defence cooperation is a central pillar of the trilateral partnership, building on the Joint Declaration adopted at the Leaders’ Summit in Jerusalem on 22 December 2025. They also recalled the leaders’ invitation to other like-minded partners to engage with the trilateral framework.

During the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace, stability, security and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean and the wider region and discussed ways to further deepen cooperation among the three defence establishments.

Discussions focused on regional security assessments; enhancing defence-industrial cooperation and defence innovation; maritime security, including the protection of vital sea lanes and critical infrastructure; and disaster preparedness, response and civil protection.

The sides explored opportunities to translate their shared strategic interests into practical trilateral cooperation through professional exchanges, the identification of joint initiatives and regular dialogue among the relevant authorities. In this context, they highlighted the importance of promoting partnerships among their respective defence industries and exploring opportunities for joint development, production and technological collaboration, and establishing a trilateral defence industrial working group with a view to enhancing their collective capabilities, improving interoperability and strengthening the industrial foundations of their security partnership.

The sides emphasized the importance of addressing shared security challenges, including terrorism, the proliferation of advanced weapons, and destabilizing activities by state and non-state actors across the Eastern Mediterranean and the wider region. They also agreed to enhance coordination to address emerging threats and strengthen their collective resilience.

The sides underscored the importance of upholding the law of the sea as reflected in customary international law and adhering to internationally recognized principles governing maritime rights and jurisdiction. They reaffirmed their support for the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus, in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and international law. They opposed unilateral claims, coercion, threats of force and destabilising military build-ups, stressing that no country in the region should serve as a platform for actions threatening regional security.

The three participating Defence Ministries reaffirmed that the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of Türkiye and the Government of National Accord-State of Libya on Delimitation of Maritime Jurisdiction Areas in the Mediterranean, that was ratified by the Libyan House of Representatives on 20 October 2026, infringes upon the sovereign rights of third States and disregard international norms that govern maritime jurisdiction and cannot produce any legal consequences for third States.

They highlighted energy cooperation as a pillar of regional stability and resilience, opposing attempts to obstruct it contrary to international law. They also underlined the importance of freedom of navigation and the protection of critical infrastructure and energy supply routes for security and prosperity in Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East.

The sides emphasized that the trilateral partnership, rooted in shared democratic values and complementary strategic interests, serves as a platform for strategic coordination and a framework for responsible regional engagement. It contributes to the security of the Eastern Mediterranean and strengthens the links between Europe and the Middle East.

The three ministries further expressed their shared view that cooperation, dialogue and respect for international law are the foundations for the future of the Eastern Mediterranean, and that the region can emerge as one of security, connectivity and sustainable prosperity.

02/11/2026

Israel MOD Signs Agreement with Elbit Systems to Establish Advanced Artillery Training Facility

The Defense Procurement Directorate (DPD) at the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), in cooperation with the IDF Ground Forces, has signed a long-term, 15-year agreement with Elbit Systems to establish a dedicated training facility for IDF Artillery Corps commanders and soldiers. The facility will serve the Artillery Corps’ main new fire platforms: the next-generation SIGMA self-propelled howitzer and the PULS rocket launcher system.

The contract, valued at over $190 million (approximately NIS 600 million) and led by the DPD’s Land Procurement Unit, includes the development and supply of some of the world’s most advanced technological training infrastructure, as well as comprehensive instruction, maintenance, and logistical support services. The new training array will include physical infrastructure, advanced training classrooms, driving and mission simulators, and more.

The agreement marks a key milestone ahead of the platforms’ full entry into operational service. The shift to an advanced training concept will enable the Artillery Corps to fully leverage the operational capabilities of the new fire systems, while significantly shortening qualification and training times, raising the professional level of soldiers, and generating substantial savings in resources, budgets, and the maintenance of operational platforms.

*IMOD Deputy Director General and Head of the DPD, Zeev Landau:* “The agreement we signed is significant news for strengthening the power and readiness of the IDF, and directly reflects the Ministry’s strategy of enhancing operational readiness, strengthening Israeli industry and ensuring a long-term technological and logistical response for field forces. The combination of advanced training and simulation technologies with a full, long-term support envelope will help the IDF Artillery Corps realize the full firepower potential of the SIGMA howitzer and the new systems, while saving and optimally utilizing resources.”

Executive Vice President and General Manager of Elbit Systems Land, Boaz Cohen: “Elbit, as a partner to the needs of the defense establishment and the IDF, has developed for the Ground Forces one of the world’s most advanced training and instruction arrays. The Artillery School and the training array for Artillery Corps soldiers will enable the Artillery Corps to receive high-quality and efficient training, maintaining the fire array at the highest level of readiness.”

01/11/2026

Israel's National Bureau for Counter Terror Financing launches New Sanctions Portal and API

The National Bureau for Counter Terror Financing (NBCTF) within the Israel Ministry of Defense has launched a new information portal that brings together all measures taken under the Israeli sanctions regime by the State of Israel to combat terror financing.

The portal consolidates in one place Israel's anti-terror sanctions: lists of designated terrorist organizations and Designated Global Terrorists, executive orders for the seizure and forfeiture of terrorist property. It also features professional publications, policy documents, and regular updates on countering terror financing.

As part of the launch, the Bureau has also introduced an API that provides direct, continuous, and automated access to the information it publishes. The API enables financial institutions, tech companies, data service providers, compliance and risk management professionals, and other organizations to automatically integrate the NBCTF's data into their screening, monitoring, and control systems.

The portal and API are designed to expand access to official, up-to-date information, support compliance and risk management monitoring, and strengthen cooperation with elements in Israel and international stakeholders to prevent terror financing.

For more information and access to the API: https://matal.mod.gov.il/en/

29/10/2026

Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, visited Covenant, one of Israel's fast-growing defense-tech companies, as part of the Director General's series of visits to leading defense companies. The visits are part of implementing the Ministry's strategy to strengthen Israel's defense-tech ecosystem, which includes the IDF, the defense industries, and the Ministry as the integrating and driving body. The visit focused on strengthening Israel's mu*****ns independence, expanding the production base, and preserving the State of Israel's qualitative and technological edge in the years ahead.

During the visit, the Director General stated: "The Ministry's policy is to encourage and strengthen both defense-tech companies and new startups, as well as the established industries. This balance is essential for fostering healthy competition, driving innovation and out-of-the-box thinking, maintaining our qualitative edge, and developing 'the next surprises.' We must look ahead to an intense security decade and adapt our plans to both global changes and the evolution of the battlefield. Defense exports are a critical growth engine and an enabling tool, not only for strengthening the economy, but also for building the IDF's force and delivering a critical mass of advanced systems to the warfighters on the front lines."

26/10/2026

Israel to Supply Cyprus with an Offshore Patrol Vessel Equipped with Advanced Naval Systems 🇮🇱🇨🇾

The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) and the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus today (Monday) signed an agreement for the acquisition of a new Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV). The ceremony was held in Cyprus. The deal was led by the IMOD's International Defense Cooperation Directorate (SIBAT) and the CyMOD’s Armaments & Defence Capabilities Development Directorate.

Under the agreement, signed by IMOD Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, and his Cypriot counterpart, Mr. Stelios Kountouris, Acting Permanent Secretary of the Cyprus Ministry of Defence, Israel will supply Cyprus with a new patrol vessel built by Israel Shipyards and fitted with a range of Rafael naval systems. In parallel, the systems aboard Cyprus's existing Israel Shipyards-built patrol vessel will be upgraded.

The agreement was signed in the presence of Head of SIBAT Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yair Kulas. Also attending the ceremony were Israel's Ambassador to Cyprus, Shuli Davidovich; Israel Shipyards CEO, Eitan Zucker; Head of Rafael's Naval Warfare Systems Directorate, Ran Tavor; and other senior officials.

This agreement marks another important step in strengthening the operational capabilities of the Cyprus Naval Command and enhancing its capacity to respond to maritime security challenges. The new OPV, alongside the upgraded OPV IOANNIDES, will support expanded patrol, surveillance, and search-and-rescue missions. By strengthening their capabilities and deepening their partnership, the two countries reaffirm their commitment to regional stability.

22/10/2026

Israeli National Bureau for Counter Terror Financing Sanctions Lebanese Energy Company Coral Oil: “Supplied Fuel to Hezbollah״

The National Bureau for Counter Terror Financing (NBCTF) at the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has imposed a sanction on Coral Oil following the transfer of approximately 130,000 liters of fuel distillates (diesel and gasoline) to Al-Amana, a Hezbollah-owned fuel company designated as a terrorist organization by the Defense Minister in 2020.

The sanction, signed by Defense Minister Israel Katz, exposes another link in Hezbollah’s economic supply chain: a commercial fuel company that supplied distillates to a Hezbollah-affiliated company, thereby placing a vital resource at the organization’s disposal.

For Hezbollah, fuel is more than a commercial commodity. The organization uses fuel distillates for operational and logistical purposes, including transporting weapons and military components, powering generators and infrastructure, and supporting its underground infrastructure. Supplying fuel to Hezbollah therefore provides it with operational capabilities that sustain its activities and advance terrorist activity against Israel.

Although Coral Oil is registered in the United Kingdom, it was found to be owned by A. Yamin Group S.A.L. (Holding), a Lebanese company. Moreover, according to its financial statements, it conducts its business through its Lebanese branch. Coral Oil sits at the heart of a business structure linked to the Yamin family. Brothers Oscar, Antonio, and Edgar Yamin have served as directors of Coral Oil since January 2017. Group documents describe them as holding key positions: Oscar as Chairman and CEO, Antonio as head of financial strategy, and Edgar as overseeing operations and supplier relations.

The ownership structure further reflects cross-border family ties. Until November 2025, Coral Oil was held directly by Fortuna, an Isle of Man-registered company, with Lebanon’s A. Yamin Group as its ultimate parent company. In November 2025, ownership was transferred to A. Yamin Group S.A.L. (Holding), a Lebanese company.

The documents portray Coral Oil as part of a business network linked to the Yamin family and to other companies active in the fuel and international trade sectors. Together, these companies form a group with business ties worth hundreds of millions of dollars, with the Yamin family at the top of the network.

The sanction on Coral Oil is part of a campaign led by the NBCTF and other security agencies to target not only entities directly associated with Hezbollah, but also the trade and supply chains that enable the organization to continue operating. In this case, fuel distillates, a legitimate commercial product in its own right, were placed at the disposal of a Hezbollah-owned company. Beyond this direct business connection, company documents point to a broad network of affiliated companies and international business ties linked to the Yamin family.

The sanction aims to sever the link between the business and commercial sphere and the logistical infrastructure that enables Hezbollah to operate its terror apparatus.

14/10/2026

Israel MOD and the U.S. Pentagon Sign Agreement for the Procurement of 12 Advanced Boeing-Manufactured Apache Helicopters for the IDF 🇮🇱 🇺🇸

Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) Director General, Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, instructed the Ministry's Mission to the United States to sign the agreement with the Pentagon, following Israeli government approval today (Wednesday).

Under the agreement, the Israeli defense establishment will acquire 12 advanced Apache attack helicopters manufactured by U.S. company Boeing. The helicopters, scheduled for delivery at the beginning of the next decade, are of the "Echo" variant, the newest and most advanced model of the helicopter. The agreement was tailored through a joint Israeli-American effort to meet the needs of the State of Israel. The formulation of the agreement and the framework for its ex*****on were led by the IMOD Mission to the United States and the Ministry’s Budget Department.

The IMOD expresses its deep appreciation to the U.S. administration for its unwavering support for Israel's security needs.

13/10/2026

Amid Record Defense Exports, Israel MOD Brings Combat-Proven Technology to AUSA 2026 in Washington 🇮🇱🇺🇸

The Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) International Defense Cooperation Directorate (SIBAT) is leading a delegation of 19 Israeli defense companies under the Israel National Pavilion at AUSA 2026, taking place this week in Washington, D.C.

The Israel National Pavilion is showcasing combat-proven solutions, including drone interception using nets, GPS anti-jamming protection that can be updated in the field within minutes, and explosive detection from a distance using drones and robots. Also on display are AI-based thermal systems that see through darkness, smoke, and fog, hybrid engines that extend drone flight time, and flexible solar panels that power equipment in the field.

Israel's participation in AUSA 2026 comes as Israel's defense exports surpassed $19.2 billion in 2025, a record for the fifth consecutive year, reflecting the growing global demand for Israeli defense technologies. The exhibition is part of the Ministry's broader strategy to expand defense exports, support Israel's defense industrial base, and further strengthen the long-standing strategic partnership between Israel and the United States.

Director of SIBAT, Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yair Kulas: "Bringing 19 Israeli companies to AUSA, the largest land power exhibition in North America, reflects our confidence in what Israel's defense industry has to offer. Our companies are here to meet the U.S. Army and its partners face-to-face, present solutions that have already proven themselves in the field, and turn this week's meetings into long-term cooperation. Alongside established industry leaders, the pavilion gives small and medium-sized Israeli companies, which often bring the most innovative solutions, direct access to decision-makers and partners. For us, AUSA is also an opportunity to further strengthen the strategic partnership between Israel and the United States."

Participating companies: AccuBeat, Ashot Ashkelon Industries, ASIO Technologies, CTI Intl-Solutions, Dagan-Optics, IMCO Industries, infiniDome, Lowental Hybrid, Magam Safety, Orbit Communication Systems, ParaZero Technologies, Paxis, Redler Technologies, Sol Security Labs, Solarpaint, Steadicopter, Supergum Industries, Thermal Beacon, Tracense Systems.

08/10/2026

For the First Time in Morocco: Israel MOD Opened a National Pavilion and Led an Israeli Delegation to Marrakech Airshow 2026 🇮🇱🇲🇦

This marks Israel's first official participation in the defense exhibition held in Morocco since the signing of the Abraham Accords, and the first time the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) International Defense Cooperation Directorate (SIBAT) has opened an Israeli national pavilion and headed a delegation of Israeli defense industries at the show.

Eight Israeli defense companies exhibited advanced, combat-proven technologies at the show, including loitering mu*****ns, AI-powered robotic systems, autonomous navigation capabilities for UAVs, laser guidance for FPV drones, satellite communications, and more.

Alongside the IMOD pavilion, Israel's three major defense industries, Elbit Systems, IAI, and Rafael, also exhibited, presenting solutions across the air, land, sea, space, intelligence, cyber, and digital domains.

The opening of the Israeli national pavilion at the Marrakech Airshow is part of the IMOD's strategy to increase defense exports and defense cooperation with countries worldwide. This strategy serves as a tool to strengthen the IDF's force buildup, influence foreign policy, and bolster the Israeli defense industry and economy. During the exhibition, meetings were held with delegations and government officials from various countries.

Head of SIBAT, Brig. Gen. (Res.) Yair Kulas: "Israel's first-ever participation in an exhibition in Morocco marks an important milestone for the Israel Ministry of Defense and the Israeli defense industry. The companies that exhibited at the show brought combat-proven technologies alongside innovation in autonomy, artificial intelligence, and communications. SIBAT serves as a gateway to Israel's defense ecosystem, and this exhibition served as a platform for expanding international defense cooperation and building long-term partnerships as part of advancing the Ministry of Defense's strategy."

08/10/2026

First Iron Dome Tamir Interceptor Fully Produced in the U.S. Delivered to Israel 🇮🇱🇺🇸

Raytheon-Rafael facility in Arkansas delivers its first fully American-made Tamir interceptor to the Israel Missile Defense Organization (IMDO), within the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D) of the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), as part of the cooperative U.S.-Israel program for the defense of Israel.

At a ceremony held at the Raytheon-Rafael Area Protection Systems (R2S) facility in East Camden, Arkansas, the first Tamir interceptor fully built and assembled on U.S. soil was delivered to IMDO. Tamir is the interceptor of the Iron Dome air and missile defense system.

The Camden facility was built to produce Tamir interceptors for Iron Dome, which has defended Israel against a wide range of threats, including in recent regional conflicts. It is the first production site outside Israel to manufacture complete Tamir interceptors.

The facility was established by Rafael in partnership with Raytheon through their R2S joint venture, as part of a production agreement to build manufacturing capabilities in the United States. It reflects the strategic partnership between the United States and Israel in missile defense, advancing work-sharing between the two countries' defense industries, creating numerous American jobs, and strengthening U.S. security and the defense industrial base.

The ceremony was attended by Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders; U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Deputy Director and Acting Director for Test, Maj. Gen. Jason D. Cothern; IDF Military Attaché in Washington, Maj. Gen. Tal Politis; Consul General of Israel to the Southwest Adi Farjon; IMDO Director Moshe Patel; Rafael Executive Vice President and Head of the Air and Missile Defense Division Shlomo Toaff; R2S CEO Jonathan Casey; and additional representatives and guests from the United States and Israel.

MDA is IMDO's partner in the cooperative U.S.-Israel program. IMDO, within the Ministry's DDR&D, is responsible for the air and missile defense architecture of the Israeli Air Force and leads the development and co-production of the David's Sling and Arrow weapon systems, and the co-production of Iron Dome, together with MDA and the defense industries in Israel and the United States.

The Tamir interceptor was developed under the leadership of IMDO, with Rafael as prime contractor. Iron Dome has recorded more than 10,000 operational interceptions over 15 years of service.

Rafael and Raytheon have cooperated on Tamir interceptor production as part of U.S. workshare requirements for Iron Dome for more than a decade.

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