US and Iran exchange fire as Trump says war will ‘be over quickly’
U.S. forces launched retaliatory strikes against Iranian military facilities Thursday after Iran fired missiles and drones at three U.S. Navy vessels.
By Riley Ceder
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Volkswagen in talks to make Iron Dome parts at struggling German auto plant: report
Several automotive manufacturers have initiated a production switch to defense equipment, as the once-mighty German auto industry faces a downturn.
By Linus Höller
Rafael pitches latest Spike variant for US Army’s long-range weapon for helos
Israeli defense company Rafael is offering its sixth-generation Spike NLOS munition, unveiled at Eurosatory, for a forthcoming U.S. Army competition, with plans for U.S.-based production if chosen.
By Jen Judson
Israel’s defense industry unveils new weapons at Paris defense confab
The biennial Eurosatory show is expected to attract large interest amid the war in Ukraine, following a pandemic-related pause in 2020.
Russian invasion of Ukraine sparks renewed interest in Stryker protection system
Stryker Active Protection System capability could become a reality due to renewed interest in the European theater.
By Jen Judson
Rafael unveils Aerospike missile for close-air support
The Aerospike is based on the Spike LR II, which has a ground-launched range of 5.5 kilometers and an air-launched range of 10 kilometers.
Pentagon tests high-power microwave systems against drones
The Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office has completed its third demonstration to look at capability that could fill identified gaps to defeat the growing drone threat around the world.
By Jen Judson
Shoot-off for airborne long-range munition coming this fall
The Army looks to extend the range of its helicopter-fired precision munitions in a shoot-off coming up this fall.
By Jen Judson
US Army prepares to choose homes for Iron Dome weapons
The Army's deployment to Iron Dome generated lessons learned that will feed into the service's decision on where Iron Dome will be stationed in the future.
By Jen Judson
Rafael subsidiary gets classified clearance to work in US
Rafael Systems Global Sustainment's new US clearance opens doors for Israeli company to do business in America.
By Jen Judson
Israel plans ‘laser wall,’ but questions remain about effectiveness and cost
Where will Israel station the weapons? Will they be able to defend the country against rockets? Is the technology affordable, and what platforms will host the laser systems?
Congress drops Army mandate to buy more ‘Iron Dome’ defenses against cruise missiles
The Army is off the hook to buy two more Iron Dome air defense batteries, leaving the service to focus on an enduring Indirect Fires Protection Capability that will be able to combat drones, cruise missiles and rockets, artillery and mortars.
By Jen Judson