Israeli air defence system

Czech Republic receives all four Israeli Rafael SPYDER air defense systems

The Czech Defense Ministry unveiled all four Rafael SPYDER air defense systems after completing a deal with Israel to modernize the country’s air defenses.

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems SPYDER air defense system delivered to the Czech Republic, published September 20, 2026.
A David's Sling interceptor launching during the Israel-Hamas war; illustrative.

Estonia eyes Israel's David Sling for missile defense against Russia

Representatives from Israel and Greece sign a defense deal with over NIS 10 billion, August 31, 2026.

Achilles Shield: Israel, Greece sign over NIS 10b. air defense deal against Turkey

The flags of the European Union, Greece, Cyprus and Israel (illustrative)

Greece to sign $3.6b. Israeli air defense deal, creating 'Achilles Shield' against Turkey and Iran


Zelensky says Netanyahu to consider air defense systems for Ukraine - report

The Ukrainian Prime Minister also said that Netanyahu will consider the request and will "deal with this issue as soon as possible."

 Iron dome anti-missile system fires interception missiles as rockets fired from the Gaza Strip to Israel, in Ashkelon on August 7, 2022.

Stray missiles: What Ukraine, Poland can learn from Israel - analysis

Israel has long had to deal with not only missile threats from terror groups, but also the problem of stray air defense missiles fired by the Syrian regime.

People watch S-300 air defense missile systems launching missiles during the Keys to the Sky competition at the International Army Games 2017 at the Ashuluk shooting range outside Astrakhan, Russia, August 5, 2017.

Gantz speaks with Ukrainian counterpart

A spokesperson at the Defense Ministry confirmed the call, telling The Jerusalem Post that the short phone call between the two was a positive discussion.

 Defense Minister and leader of the National Unity Party Benny Gantz at a faction meeting of the National Unity Party at the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem on November 6, 2022.

US demands some production of Arrow 3 for Germany take place in America - report

As the US was a part of the development of the Arrow 3 system, their approval of the deal between Israel and Germany is required.

 Israel's Arrow 3 interceptor.

Gantz: Israel doesn't have production capacity to supply air defense systems to Ukraine

Israel has sent Ukraine humanitarian aid as well as medical equipment but refuses to send over any weaponry that can be deemed as lethal weaponry.

 Iron dome anti-missile system fires interception missiles as rockets fired from the Gaza Strip to Israel, on August 6, 2022.

Gantz speaks with American counterpart on Arrow 3 after Berlin moves forward

If the US allows Germany to procure the system, it would be the largest defense deal in Israeli history.

 Israel's Arrow 3 interceptor.

IDF soldiers who work with radar, Iron Dome at risk of cancer - study

The team suggested that IDF soldiers working with Hawk missiles, David’s sling batteries, Iron Dome, Arrow missiles and Patriot batteries could all expose them to excessive radiation. 

 Dividing cancer cell

Satellite images show Israeli missile system deployed in UAE against Iranian threats

The Barak-8 air defense systems deployed by the UAE could be the first of a substantial contract for additional systems to protect sensitive sites.

 Satellite images taken over the United Arab Emirates show at least two Israeli Barak air defense systems being used by the Gulf country.

Russia-Ukraine War: Israel must deter Iran as it gives Russia drones - analysis

If Iran thinks its drones are successful in Ukraine it could take the information and knowledge gained from terrorizing Ukrainians to threaten Israel.

 A view of drones during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on August 24, 2022

Ukraine asked Israel in official letter for air defense systems

The Ukrainian government sent Israel a letter requesting air defense systems as a way to counter any Iranian ballistic missiles and attack drones.

The David's Sling air defense system intercepts target during flight test