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Defense Ministry signs $115 Million contract with SCD for advanced infrared sensors

The expanded infrastructure will enable production of IR solutions for high-end applications, including area dominance, airborne payloads, space systems, and large-scale defense platforms.

SCD workers manufacturing infrastructure to support developing and producing next-generation infrared sensors, September 1, 2025.
(Illustrative) Tactical, autonomous robotics systems developer XTEND secured extension to $70 million Series B funding

IDF to get 5,000 advanced FPV drones from Xtend in multimillion-dollar tender

An Israeli soldier launches a Skylark unmanned aerial vehicle near the border with Gaza July 21, 2014

IDF Skylark drone malfunctions during Gaza City operation, seized by Palestinians

 A fighter jet fly during a military exercise called Fidayeen of Hareem Velayat in Isfahan, Iran, in this picture obtained on July 24, 2023.

IDF drone destroys Iranian F-14 fighter jets in Tehran airbase just before taking off


Hezbollah's rocket array commander killed in IDF drone strike in south Lebanon

The IDF struck Jamoul's position because his activities in southern Lebanon violate the ceasefire agreement between it and Israel.

 IDF prepares to strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, March 22, 2025.

Israel under emerging threats as Syria's Golan faces power vacuum - analysis

It's unclear if these operations will lead to calm or if it could backfire and lead to elements entering areas such as the Yarmouk Basin and threatening Israel. 

 IDF soldiers seen operating in southern Syria, in pictures dated to March 2025

Demystifying drones: The evolving role of unmanned aerial vehicles

Once thought to be the ideal solution for efficient pizza deliveries, drones have become integral soldiers in armies all over the globe.

THE AVATA is the most common drone used by both hobbyists and soldiers (available at Walmart).

WATCH: IDF drone locates terrorist before IDF eliminates him in Jabalya

Using drone reconnaissance, the troops spotted three terrorists who approached and took cover in a nearby structure.

 A tunnel shaft used by a terrorist in the Gaza Strip, January 11, 2024.

The revolutionary path of the IDF’s West Bank drones - interview

The Post interviewed Air Force Drone Commander Maj. “N,” about the revolution in drone use in the West Bank.

 An Israeli soldier operates a drone in the Golan Heights on February 11, 2024

IDF kills Hezbollah anti-tank missile commanders, says group's firepower 'dramatically reduced

The IAF also struck over 100 terror targets in Lebanon, including launchers, weapons storage facilities, command centers, and military structures over the past day.

 IDF soldiers conduct localized raids in southern Lebanon, November 20, 2024.

IDF announces fallen soldier Aviram Hariv, killed in southern Lebanon

Maj. (res.) Hariv, 42, from Dolev,  was a deputy battalion commander for the 9308th Battalion in the 228th Brigade. 

 Major (res.) Aviram Hariv.

Recent IDF casualties show deadly drone threat from Iraq, Yemen is increasing - analysis

The Iranian-backed drone programs that proliferated in the Middle East in recent years have become increasingly deadly.

A drone is seen ahead of the international "BLUE GUARDIAN" drone drill held in Israel.

Israel's communication tactics have exposed Hezbollah's vulnerabilities - opinion

Israel's strategic sabotage of Hezbollah's communication devices exposed the terror group's vulnerabilities.

 Different types of pagers. Still used in areas without reception.

IDF strikes 70 targets belonging to Hezbollah's intelligence directorate

IDF strikes Hezbollah intelligence network, delivering major blow to communications and coordination

Smoke rises from the southern Lebanese town of Khiam, southern Lebanon, June 25, 2024

'Silence in the trailer': How does the IDF undertake drone operations?

Drones are currently in use across all theatres of the war, from the West Bank to Lebanon to Gaza.

The 147th "Battering Ram" Squadron operating a UAV.