OFX-16, Israel’s new spy satellite focusing on Iran – a quantum leap in reconnaissance
One of its primary roles is monitoring Iran’s nuclear program and missile facilities.
One of its primary roles is monitoring Iran’s nuclear program and missile facilities.
Carmel works by linking unmanned ground vehicles, aerial drones, and sensor arrays into a single digital network.
Israel has responded by advancing two parallel solutions – the Arrow 4 and the SkySonic Interceptor.
The backlog began in late 2023, immediately after Oct. 7th, when global demand for Israeli defense technology surged.
Surrounded by enemy’s Israel has invested heavily in early warning systems to detect attacks before they materialize.
This groundbreaking development marks a significant leap in battlefield technology, blending aerial mobility with direct firepower.
The first operational loitering munitions were introduced in the 1990s, by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).
Israel’s defense industry exports have surged from $2 billion to $15 billion in last 25 years.
Israel and India signed a weapons deal worth over $1.6 billion for Barak 8 missile systems.
It costs $150,000 to $250,000 USD, depending on configuration.
Greece is the first country to buy it and Germany is next in line.
Though primarily used for reconnaissance, Guardium can be fitted with a Remotely Operated Weapon System (ROWS).
The German Air Force aims to declare initial operational readiness for the Israeli-developed system this year.
Israel and Greece signed an MOU to offer the BlueWhale autonomous submarine system to the Hellenic Navy.
Unmanned machines like the Robdozer are revolutionizing battlefield strategy in Gaza, offering both innovation and new ethical dilemmas.
