Israeli Navy

Israel, Greece conduct joint naval exercise for operational scenarios, sinking hostile ships

The exercise, attended by the commanders of both countries' navies, highlights the growing military cooperation between Jerusalem and Athens and could also be interpreted as a signal to Ankara.

An Israeli Navy patrol boat sails off the coast of Haifa, as seen from Haifa beach, May 26, 2026.
Israeli soldiers seen on a vessel belonging to the Global Sumud Flotilla as seen from Ashdod, May 19, 2026.

Gaza flotilla postpones mission to 2027 after mechanical failures, migrant deaths at sea

A Boeing P-8 Poseidon reconnaissance aircraft of the German forces is pictured during the Armed Forces Day at the Nordholz Naval Airbase in Nordholz, Germany, on June 06, 2026. Along with nine other locations, Nordholz hosts the Armed Forces Day 2026.

Israeli Navy considering purchase of Boeing P-8 Poseidon aircraft for submarine warfare missions

The INS Drakon at the TKMS shipyard in Kiel, Germany, in August 2023.

Israel Navy moves toward semi-autonomous fleet with robotic ships


US sends $230m. to aid Hezbollah disarmament, Israeli navy intercepts Sumud flotilla

Colombian President Gustavo Petro expels Israeli diplomats • Amnesty calls for immediate release of hostages, excludes soldiers • Hamas close to deciding response to Trump deal, sources tell 'Post.'

An Israeli Navy vessel arrives at Ashdod Port, in southern Israel, October 2, 2025

What can we learn from Israel's peaceful interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla? - analysis

In the end, the Israeli Navy appears to have carried out a well coordinated and peaceful interception of the vessels - and this was a complex task.

Israeli Navy vessels escort a vessel from the Global Sumud Flotilla to Ashdod Port, in southern Israel, October 2, 2025.

Israeli Navy intercepts Global Sumud Flotilla vessels, Greta Thunberg among detained activists

The Foreign Ministry said that all passengers were safe and in good health, adding that were making their way to Israel before their deportation to Europe.

A screengrab from a livestream video shows Israeli navy forces aboard the Gaza-bound vessel Florida, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, October 2, 2025

A second attempt: Greta Thunberg embarks on Gaza flotilla from Spain

Activists set sail in the second attempt to reach the Gaza Strip after the Israeli navy intercepted the group's first attempt.

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg departs on the Global Sumud Flotilla, a humanitarian expedition to Gaza, from the port of Barcelona, Spain August 31, 2025

Long-range missiles, days of planning: How the navy struck the Houthi's Hodeidah port

The IDF said that the explosive power of the sea-to-land missiles would leave a mark and promote a different kind of deterrence than bombs from the air.

: A man stands next to the wreckage of a power station destroyed by Israeli air strikes in the Red Sea port of Hodeidah, in Hodeidah,

Independence Day flotilla: A tribute to the Navy, hostages, wounded soldiers, and their families

There will be a special initiative this year to include the families of soldiers who have been wounded in the war.

 National Flotilla on Independence Day

Israel Shipyards sets sail on 'Reshef' warship production for Israeli Navy

"The Defense Ministry’s insistence on bringing IDF warship production back to Israel Shipyards after more than 20 years will enhance Israel’s sole strategic production line for warships."

 The Sa'ar 4, or Reshef fast-attack warship recently purchased by Israel's Defense Ministry

Israel's new 'Gabriel 5' sea-to-sea missile makes first navy test debut

"The operational test launch was a remarkable success and provides the Israeli Navy with greater operational freedom," said Brig.-Gen. Almakias.

  IDF runs successful tests on new naval Iron Dome system on May 29, 2023.

Inside the electronic warfare of the navy’s most advanced ship - exclusive

The Jerusalem Post interviewed Saar 6 officers who face threats from Lebanon, Gaza, Iran, and Yemen.

 Israel Navy soldiers conduct operations near Israel's northern border.

IDF signs NIS 2.8b. deal for five new advanced and faster Navy ships

These ships are 1000 tons lighter than the new Saar 6 ships, and as such are intended to replace the Saar 4.5 ships.

 The Sa'ar 4, or Reshef fast-attack warship recently purchased by Israel's Defense Ministry