Tag: Defense Ministry
Liberman Hell Bent on Demolishing Gush Etzion Neighborhood
"All of us, members of Habayit Hayehudi, residents of Judea and Samaria, and representatives of the party in the rest of the country, have been watching with shock the cynical moves of Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman against the residents of Sde Boaz in Gush Etzion."
Defense Ministry Allocates NIS 5.5M for Beit El Security Fence
The new security fence will separate the old Route 60 connecting Ramallah with Jelazoun, from Beit El’s western neighborhoods.
Arab Family Sues Israel to Remove Jewish Families in Hebron from Beit Machpela
The property was inherited by several family members, and there allegedly is a question about the authorization of the person who sold it.
Rivlin Warns Gaza Won’t Be Rehabilitated While Run By Hamas
"The rehabilitation of Gaza requires the return of our sons and the cessation of all hostilities against Israel.”
Defense Ministry: Settlements’ Regulation Act Favors Arabs
While the law prevents enforcement against 2,000 structures belonging to Israelis, it is also making it difficult for the authorities and the IDF to act against more than 10,000 illegal Arab structures.
Netanyahu’s Attorney, Former Navy Chief, under House Arrest over Submarine Corruption Scandal
Former Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon objected to the submarine purchase from ThyssenKrupp AG.
Israel to Spend $420 Million to Protect Off-Shore Gas Rigs
The Israeli Navy in May 2015 ordered four Sa'ar 6-class corvettes, loosely based on the German Braunschweig-class corvette, but with engineering changes that make the baseline platform more robust for military use.
Arrow-3 and Unnamed Project Receive Israel’s Defense Establishment’s Most Prestigious Award
President Reuven Rivlin told the winners: 'The Israeli public does not know how much it owes you.'
US, Israel, Probing Apache Rear Rotor Crack
Since the cracked rotor investigation began on June 13, Israel’s Apache attack force has been grounded, according to the IDF.
Arrow-3 Anti-Ballistic Defense System Awarded Israeli Defense Prize
The system, jointly developed by Israel and the US, is capable of intercepting and neutralizing ballistic missiles outside the Earth’s atmosphere.
Ministers Approve Bill Deducting Terrorists’ Pay from Palestinian Authority’s Earnings
The pressure to go ahead with the bill came from rightwing Likud members, as well as from Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked (Habayit Hayehudi) and Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman (Yisrael Beiteinu).
Netanyahu Postpones Bill Blocking Terrorists’ Salaries
Traditionally, security officials have objected to usurping funds that are being transferred to the Palestinian Authority, fearing this would further undermine the status of Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.
Israel Denies Link to Hamas Assassination in Gaza
"Let Hamas do what it wants, and we will do what we need to do. Hamas is known for internal assassinations."
Defense Ministry: Israel’s Total 2016 New Defense Exports $6.5 Billion
This is an increase of $800 million (+14%) from the previous year.
ZAKA Expands into Guatemala
The UN-recognized international humanitarian volunteer organization to train Guatemala City fire and emergency first responders, as well as members of the Jewish community
US European Commander Tours IDF Defense Systems, Hamas Tunnel in Israel
EUCOMM Commander Scaparrotti emphasized the U.S. commitment to maintaining Israel's qualitative military edge in the region and defensive capacities.
State to Court: No Need for PM to Leave Foreign Ministry
A number of Israeli prime ministers, including David Ben Gurion, held more than one portfolio, usually pairing the PM's office with the Defense Ministry.
New Report: This is How European Governments Defend Terrorists in Israel’s Supreme Court
Foreign government-funded 'lawfare' a dangerous subversion of Israel's democracy.
Israel Crossing Authority Foils 1,226 Attempts to Smuggle Contraband Into Gaza
The Defense Ministry's Crossing Authority prevented Hamas from gaining access to countless dual use items in 2016.
Israel: Access Road to New Arab City in Samaria Illegal
If the court now approves of the Civil Administration expropriating lands in Area C to serve an Arab settlement, it might find it difficult in the future to halt similar impounding that would favor Jewish settlements.
Defense Ministry to Buy 200 Advanced Tactical Trucks From Oshkosh
Israel has closed a deal to purchase 200 advanced tactical trucks from Oshkosh with US military aid funds at a cost of $200 million.
Israeli Security Cabinet Decrees Hamas Bodies Will Not Be Returned
Israeli security leaders decide bodies of Hamas terrorists will not be returned to their families. They'll be buried in an Israeli cemetery for enemies.
Report: Frequent Injuries Force IDF to Ease Women’s Combat Requirements
The mixed battalions will be relocated to their own boot camp base, apart from the rest of the infantry's training facilities.
New Effort Overnight to Keep 24 Amona Families in their Homes
Amona residents will vote on the new outline pending High Court's postponing the evacuation.
Azerbaijan Signs Deal With Israel on Iron Dome
Azerbaijan has announced it has purchased Israel's Iron Dome anti-missile defense system.
‘From Uniform to Studies’ IDF Program Kicks Off
The IDF kicks off a new program to help thousands of veterans pay for higher education.
Israel Announces Heavy Fines for Gaza Smugglers
Liberman has instructed the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) to ramp up oversight of materials entering the Gaza Strip.
Official Statements on the Passing of President Shimon Peres [video]
"Through his great strength of will Shimon continued to move forward, imbued with the aspiration to advance the development of the country that he loved so much, and imbued with the aspiration to bring peace."
Israel’s 9th President Shimon Peres Dead at 93
Nobel Prize winner Shimon Peres, who took part in establishing Israel's security apparatus and served 48 consecutive years as MK passed away following a stroke.
Liberman Allocates NIS 17M for IDF Jewish Identity & Conversion Course
The Defense Ministry allocated extra funding for 'Nativ' - Jewish identity education for IDF soldiers.