Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
First US-made Iron Dome interceptors delivered at Arkansas facility in major defense milestone
The interceptors were manufactured at the new Raytheon-Rafael Protection Systems (R2S) facility in Camden, which opened in November 2025.
Ammunition Hill hero and defense innovator Yaki Hetz passes away at age 80
Jerusalem inaugurates renewed Har Hotzvim Hi-Tech Park, projects it will generate 10,000 new jobs
Israeli weapons are top-notch, I support its right to self-defense, Latvian Def. Min. tells 'Post'
'Unique weapons, electronic warfare': Katz presents winners of Israel's 2026 Security Award
Among the winners are a system that was key during the Operation Roaring Lion against Iran, a classified Mossad asset, and the breakthroughs in the Ofek satellite array.
Rafael unveils Storm Shield to protect UAVs in contested environments
During Operation Roaring Lion, aka Epic Fury, several American and Israeli drones were downed by Iranian systems.
Elbit signs deal with German submarine manufacturer TMKS to expand ties between Israel, Germany
The latest deal will focus on advancing technological capabilities while simultaneously strengthening the strategic ties between Germany and Israel, Oliver Burkhard, CEO of TKMS, said in a statement.
Rafael's Spike missile successfully fired from German unmanned ground vehicle
The firing tests mark the first successful firing of the popular missile from an unmanned ground platform
Norway to buy Rafael's Trophy protection system
APS systems such as Trophy are designed to detect and intercept any anti-tank threats before hitting the platform
IDF: Iron Beam laser saw limited use in Iran war due to lack of batteries, 14 needed
Firing Arrow interceptors can cost millions of shekels, Iron Dome interceptors can cost tens of thousands of shekels, but firing the Iron Beam is as cheap as turning a light on.
Despite tensions, dozens of Israeli companies set to head to Eurosatory 2026
Over 30 Israeli defense firms will attend Eurosatory, returning to France’s top arms expo despite strained ties, past bans, and halted procurement.
From first intercept to 10,000 combat intercepts: Iron Dome turns 15-analysis
The Iron Dome has become a global brand and has changed Israel's national security doctrine
Volkswagen in talks with Rafael to manufacture Iron Dome parts
Volkswagen and Rafael are exploring the conversion of the Osnabrück plant, with Volkswagen emphasizing that it is still examining options and that no final decision has been made.
Elron Ventures reports strong 2025 results as it pivots to defense tech growth strategy
Founded in 1962, Elron invests in sectors including cybersecurity, medical devices, and enterprise software, and has recently increased its focus on technologies tied to security and defense.
