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A $2.3 billion mystery: Israeli defense giant announces major arms sale with no details

17.11.25|Yuval Azulay

Elbit's eight-year “strategic solution” contract hides the buyer, the equipment, and even the continent involved.

Germany signs €350 million deal for Israeli arms systems despite embargo talk

26.08.25|Yuval Azulay

Rafael to supply 90 advanced Litening 5 targeting pods for German Air Force Typhoons, even as Berlin restricts exports to Israel.

מלט הרמס 900 מ תוצרת אלביט של חיל האוויר

Serbia revealed as buyer in Elbit’s $1.63 billion arms deal

17.08.25|Yuval Azulay

The Israeli defense firm had withheld the client’s name; package includes drones, missiles, and command systems.

Elbit Systems lands $1.65 billion European defense deal

13.08.25|Yuval Azulay

Undisclosed country to receive rockets, UAVs, and command systems in five-year contract.

Germany’s embargo could trigger domino effect in arms bans against Israel

12.08.25|Yuval Azulay

Defense experts warn of escalating global restrictions amid Gaza conflict and political isolation.

Elbit’s Iron Beam set to go live in 2025 in “operational breakthrough”

20.05.25|CTech and Reuters

As Israel's war in Gaza boosts domestic demand and global conflicts drive record orders, Elbit Systems reports surging profits, and bets on laser weapons to power its next phase of growth.

Philippines freezes Israeli arms deals over South China Sea standoff

20.05.25|Yuval Azulay

Manila demands Jerusalem recognize its maritime claims in ongoing dispute with China, putting billions in defense exports at risk.

Israel among the world's top arms traders, SIPRI report finds

10.03.25|Lital Samet

Ranked 8th in arms exports and 15th in imports, Israel strengthens its position in the global defense market.

Israel’s arms industry profits soar as wars fuel billion-dollar contracts

18.08.24|Yuval Azulay

With conflicts intensifying, Israeli defense companies see record orders, boosting the country’s military-industrial complex.

Israel grapples with ammunition shortage amid global arms restrictions

10.07.24|Yuval Sadeh

Israel's defense industry is struggling to meet ammunition demands as several countries halt arms trade and raw material supplies. The Ministry of Defense and IDF are urgently seeking to bolster local production despite the higher costs and logistical challenges.

Are Israeli arms exports facing a decline?

23.06.24|Yuval Azulay

In 2023, Israel's defense industry exports broke a record, surpassing $13 billion. However, this growth is expected to be halted due to ongoing conflicts, government conduct, and foreign relations, which are creating global delegitimization. Since the outbreak of the war, Israeli defense companies have lost substantial deals, each worth several hundred million dollars.

Israeli arms exports hit $13 billion all-time high in 2023

17.06.24|Yuval Azulay

This is the third year in a row that the sales record has been broken, despite international pressure amid war

French President Emmanuel Macron; Right: David's slingshot system.

At arm's length: French kick Israel out of arms exhibition - and government is silent

06.06.24|Yuval Azulay

64 Israeli defense firms hoped for government support after being barred from France's Eurosatory arms exhibition, but Israel's leaders have yet to speak out.

Small defense firms see big gains as war drives massive investments

23.05.24|Yuval Azulay

The billions that the defense system pours into the weapons manufacturers also flow to small companies that produce unique products integrated into larger systems. Companies accustomed to turnovers of tens of millions of shekels are now facing orders in the hundreds of millions. "The great wave of demand is still ongoing, and there are more orders on the horizon," says one of the suppliers.

IDF to receive $760 million-worth of much-needed ammunitions from Elbit

21.05.24|Yuval Azulay

Since the war began in October, the Ministry of Defense's defense procurement has totaled over $17 billion, with around $11 billion directed to Israeli companies

France clamps down on Israeli arms showcase amid Gaza warfare

18.03.24|Yuval Azulay

Israeli defense companies face bureaucratic hurdles ahead of Paris Eurosatory exhibition

Elbit Systems lands $300 million contract to supply armored vehicle systems to European customer

20.02.24|CTech

The Israeli defense company said it will supply weapon, reconnaissance, driving, and situational awareness systems for approximately 230 armored vehicles

European arms ban could have major impact on IDF

14.02.24|Yuval Azulay

The Dutch court's decision earlier this week to halt the export of replacement parts for the F-35 planes used by the Israeli Air Force may ultimately prove to be no more than a symbolic gesture, but it could also start a snowball effect that leads to much more than a passing headache for Israeli industries

F-35s, Iron Dome: IDF's wishlist reveals US arms procurement plans

13.02.24|Yuval Azulay

The US aid package that is awaiting approval is supposed to fund new squadrons of fighter jets and helicopters. In the meantime, with the help of the regular annual aid from the US, the Air Force will expand in the coming months

Global ammo shortage forcing Israel to limit Gaza bombings

28.01.24|Yuval Sade

The IDF is grappling with depleted ammunition stockpiles, having to navigate the delicate balance between addressing current missions and ensuring readiness for unforeseen challenges