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Tidhar, Harel, and Delek completed a 200 million NIS land purification project in Acre spanning 430 dunams, preparing a major industrial and defense hub for 2027 occupancy.

A new external audit report reveals that the Israeli Ministry of Defense's debt to state defense companies has soared to billions of shekels, driving up massive financing costs and threatening supply chains.

Israeli defense exports hit a record $19.2 billion in 2025, with European nations purchasing 36% of systems. At the AUSA exhibition in Washington, Israeli firms unveiled advanced hypersonic interceptors, loitering munitions, and anti-drone technologies.

Israel presents combat-proven weaponry at the AUSA exhibition in Washington, with Rafael unveiling the SPIKE MCLU2, Sky Sonic, and advanced ground defense systems.

Morocco is reportedly negotiating with Rafael to acquire Israel's David's Sling air defense system in a multi-billion shekel deal, expanding its integration of Israeli military technology.

A resident discovered UAV test debris from Rafael on the Kiryat Haim beach, prompting a police response after initial delays as security forces secured the area.

Israeli defense industries are expanding into Muslim markets with debuts in Azerbaijan and Morocco, while securing key US and European contracts.

Czechia showcased its Israeli-developed SPYDER air defense system by Rafael at the NATO Days event in Ostrava, marking a milestone in NATO defense cooperation.

Rafael is nearing a major defense agreement with the Czech Republic to supply SPYDER air defense systems and national command infrastructure, expanding Israeli military exports across NATO's eastern flank.

European nations are increasing diplomatic criticism of Israel, yet Israeli defense industries continue expanding operations across the continent through local manufacturing and joint ventures.

Rafael is integrating the SPICE 1000 precision munition into F-35 fighter jets in cooperation with Lockheed Martin, expanding operational capabilities.

The European Union is reportedly seeking Israel's partnership for advanced air defense and space initiatives, facing reliance on Israeli defense technologies. The move follows recent multi-billion-euro European deals and growing strategic cooperation.

Israeli defense contractor Rafael will join a consortium to acquire Volkswagen's Osnabrück plant. The facility will pivot to manufacturing Iron Dome components, saving 2,300 German jobs.

Israeli defense firms Elbit Systems, Israel Aerospace Industries, and Rafael have secured spots in the top 30 of the 'Defense News' global 100 list. This milestone coincides with Elbit Systems announcing $270 million in new international contracts.

Israel and Greece have signed the 3 billion euro "Achilles Shield" deal. Rafael and IAI will establish a multi-layered air defense system for Greece to counter a wide range of threats.

Rafael concludes a strong quarter with a 39% jump in new orders to 6.9 billion shekels and 20% growth in sales to 5.6 billion shekels. More than 60% of orders in the first half came from exports, and against the backdrop of the strengthening shekel, CEO Yoav Turgeman warns of damage to profitability and competitiveness: "State intervention is required."

Rafael CEO Yoav Turgeman is criticizing the Ministry of Finance over state payment delays to defense firms. The Ministry of Defense currently owes 15.5 billion shekels to major defense contractors.

The defense technology company concludes the second quarter of 2026 with a double-digit jump in sales and orders, marking an unprecedented milestone with the Navy.

The opposition of Qatar, which holds 17% of Volkswagen, will not stop the project: the state of Lower Saxony is expected to replace the automaker as Rafael's partner. The German plant will produce components for the Iron Dome, preventing thousands of layoffs and potentially signaling future system purchases by Berlin.

The ties between Israeli defense industries and the Ministry of Defense in Athens are tightening. Greece is expected to complete in October the certification of Rafael's Spike NLOS missiles for launch from Apache helicopters. The helicopters' electronic systems are being upgraded by Elbit.

The Haifa District Court has canceled the Kiryat Yam Municipality's demand for 1.245 billion shekels in development levies from Rafael, ruling that the underlying calculations were flawed.

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Eight months after the delivery of the 'Iron Beam' laser system to the IDF, it remains non-operational. Experts estimate that full operational maturity will not be reached for another three to four years.

According to a report in the newspaper Il Messaggero, Italian authorities have ordered the cessation of the use of Rafael's anti-drone system at Fiumicino International Airport and the transfer of the contract to an Italian company. The reason: the system was defined as "military equipment" imported without the required permits.

Globes presents a daily brief review of interesting news from the global media about Israel. In this issue: an administrative court in Italy ordered the cancellation of a Rafael radar deal, a New York Magazine commentator claims Donald Trump has no path to victory against Iran and the question is only how he will choose to lose, and in Berlin, a lawsuit was filed against a restaurant that refused...

The Israeli government is actively shaping the boards of directors of leading defense companies, such as IAI and Rafael, as they prepare for IPOs. These appointments are accompanied by intense political maneuvering.

In a world competing for attention, Rafael has become an inseparable part of the Israeli consciousness. Its success relies not on advertising, but on technological achievements and its contribution to national security.

Almost every American aircraft strike involves the use of the Israeli Litening pod, which assists in target acquisition and weapon guidance. The system was developed by Rafael after the US refused to sell Israel the equivalent LANTIRN pod.

The tests conducted in Israel incorporated lessons from the 'Iron Swords' war. The system, recently procured by Romania and the Czech Republic, demonstrated direct hits on targets in challenging operational scenarios.

The Israeli defense company has successfully completed a complex series of drone interceptions, incorporating lessons learned from the war in Israel and various global operational theaters.

Thousands of vacationers heading to Eilat are facing repeated closures of Highway 40 due to weapons testing by the Rafael company. These frequent blockages divert traffic to Highway 90, causing heavy congestion and disrupting the daily routines of local residents and soldiers.

Rafael's naval weapon system is in service with 25 navies around the world, and the 1,000th unit has now been delivered to the Israeli Navy as part of its ongoing vessel modernization program.

Globes has learned that against the backdrop of a sharp increase in defense sales abroad and struggles over mega-tenders, Ministry of Defense Director General Amir Baram has established an ethical code for local industries. Among the requirements: avoiding defamation, maintaining intellectual property, and presenting reliable technology.

The Association of Public Companies opposes the intention to list the two defense companies on the US stock exchange. CEO Ilan Plato: "The public must be a partner in the success."