IAF Chief Lauds 400% Improvement in Firepower Over 2 Years
Major General Amir Eshel, commander of the Israeli Air Force, said Wednesday that a top-to-bottom change in the IAF has led to a 400% increase in firepower since 2012, drastically shortening the time it would take Israel to win a war today.
Pope Ascends Temple Mount on Last Day in Israel
Pope Francis made his way to Tel Aviv yesterday after meeting with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and holding mass in Bethlehem’s Manger Square on Sunday.
Three Dead in Terrorist Attack at Brussels Jewish Museum
Four people were killed following a terrorist attack at the Brussels Jewish Museum on Saturday.
Startup Spotlight: IDF Technology Saving Lives in the Operating Room
Surgery is a frightening prospect for a patient. The risks can be high, but so can the dangers of not operating. What if you knew the surgeon had had an opportunity to practice the surgery you needed, on a model based on your own anatomy?
Pope: “State of Palestine” Has Right to Exist
Pope Francis landed in the West Bank town of Bethlehem on Sunday morning as part of his two day tour of Israel and Palestinian territories.
US Increases Funding to Israel’s Iron Dome
The US Congress voted this past week on the National Defense Authorization Act for 2015. In a 325-98 decision in the House of Representatives, the legislation was passed, despite threats from the White House to veto the measure.
IDF on Alert after Rocket, Shooting Attacks
The IDF is on high alert after two attacks on IDF forces and a thwarted terrorist attack on Friday took place.
Not Far From Home Anymore: The Lone IDF Soldiers’ Home
JERUSALEM – There are some 5,600 lone soldiers currently serving in the IDF, 60% of them are new immigrants. Being a lone soldier is not an easy task.
New Israeli Made Rocket Has One of Longest Ranges in World (Video)
One of the world’s most sophisticated rockets, developed in Israel, is set to debut next week. The Extended Range Artillery rocket, also known as EXTRA, has one of the longest ranges in the world.
Netanyahu: Decision to Release Terrorists “Toughest of All”
Speaking to Jeffrey Goldberg of Bloomberg, Netanyahu blamed the collapse of peace talks on the actions and decisions of Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas.