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Monday, October 14, 2024

US confirms it’s sending missile defense battery, 100 troops to operate it, to Israel

US confirms it’s sending missile defense battery, 100 troops to operate it, to Israel

"...Pentagon says deployment of THAAD system, associated crew of US military personnel, will help bolster Israel’s air defenses following Iran’s unprecedented ballistic missile attacks..."

Reference: www.timesofisrael.com .

Saturday, October 12, 2024

Raytheon Secures $736M Contract to Advance AIM-9X Sidewinder Missile Production

Raytheon Secures $736M Contract to Advance AIM-9X Sidewinder Missile Production

"...The US Navy awarded Raytheon a $736 million contract to produce AIM-9X Sidewinder missiles of the improved Block II variant..."

Reference: thedefensepost.com .

Thursday, October 10, 2024

Bolton says Israel should destroy Iran’s nuclear weapons program

Bolton says Israel should destroy Iran’s nuclear weapons program

"Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations John Bolton said Israel should “destroy” Iran’s nuclear weapons program ...Iran launched nearly 200 missiles into Israel on Tuesday...“Israel should destroy Iran’s nuclear weapons program. There are plenty of other things they could destroy as well, oil loading facilities, Revolutionary Guard bases and headquarters, ballistic missile assets,” Bolton said. He noted that Israel has twice now faced missile strikes from Iran"

Reference: thehill.com .

Iran Proxies Continue Rocket Assaults on Israel | When Will Israel Remove Iran Oil That Funds Proxies and Nuclear Weapon Program

Hezbollah rockets harm civilians despite IDF operations

"...Separately, three people were treated by MDA paramedics in the Haifa Bay area. All three of the wounded were hit by shrapnel, one of whom is a 16-year-old in moderate condition, and another is approximately 50 years old and suffering from light wounds, MDA reported.

A total of eight people were brought to the Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa for medical treatment, with one in serious condition and the rest suffering from minor wounds. ..."

Reference: www.jpost.com .

Monday, October 7, 2024

Today | Hezbollah missiles hit Israel's Haifa in escalating conflict

Hezbollah missiles hit Israel's Haifa in escalating conflict

"...JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, Oct 7 (Reuters) - Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel's third largest city Haifa on Monday as Israeli forces looked poised to expand ground raids into south Lebanon on the first anniversary of the Gaza war, which has spread conflict across the Middle East. Iran-backed Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, the Palestinian militant group fighting Israel in Gaza, said it targeted a military base south of Haifa with "Fadi 1" missiles and launched another strike on Tiberias, 65 km (40 miles) away. ..."

Reference: www.reuters.com .

Saturday, October 5, 2024

Satellite images show dozens of Iranian missiles struck near Israeli air base

Satellite images show dozens of Iranian missiles struck near Israeli air base

"...Researchers have used commercial satellite imagery to identify more than 30 points where Iranian missiles appear to have impacted an air base in southern Israel. The imagery, taken by the company Planet the day after the strike, shows damaged hangars, buildings, taxiways, and a crater on one of the runways at Nevatim Airbase. Videos posted to social media showed multiple warheads striking the base during the Oct. 1 attack by Iran. ..."

Reference: www.npr.org .

Friday, October 4, 2024

The Case for Destroying Iran’s Nuclear Program Now

The Case for Destroying Iran’s Nuclear Program Now

"...Netanyahu has said Iran’s attack was a “big mistake” and that Tehran “will pay for it.” The White House agrees that Iran must suffer “severe consequences” for launching an attack on a U.S. ally. Many commentators, including the Wall Street Journal editorial board, have argued that Iran’s nuclear infrastructure should be on Israel’s target list, but when asked about this possibility on Wednesday, U.S. President Joe Biden said he would not support an Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear sites. ..."

Reference: foreignpolicy.com .

Biden says he opposes Israel destroying Iran’s nuclear weapons sites as tensions grow: ‘Answer is no’

Biden says he opposes Israel destroying Iran’s nuclear weapons sites as tensions grow: ‘Answer is no’

"Iran on Tuesday directly attacked Israel for a second time this year — launching nearly 200 rockets...Foundation for Defense of Democracies senior adviser Richard Goldberg told The Post that the US should increase missile-defense contributions to Israel and provide “all all logistical and intelligence support it needs to do severe damage to Iran’s most lethal threats: its missile arsenal, its nuclear infrastructure and [Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps] command and control.”..."

Reference: nypost.com .

Lockheed Martin Awarded $3.2 Billion USAF Missile Contract

Lockheed Martin Awarded $3.2 Billion USAF Missile Contract

"...The U.S. Air Force recently awarded Lockheed Martin a sole-source $3.2 billion firm-fixed-price, undefinitized contract for procurement of AGM-158B Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff (JASSM) missiles and AGM-158C Long-Range Anti-Ship Missiles (LRASM). The contract covers procurement of JASSM Lot 22 and Foreign Military Sales orders for Japan, the Netherlands, Finland, and Poland. Fiscal 2024 (Air Force) missile procurement funds in the amount of $1.5 billion; fiscal 2024 (Navy) weapon procurement funds in the amount of $176.3 million..."

Reference: forecastinternational.com .

Thursday, October 3, 2024

What is the Fath-360, Iran’s ballistic missile now arming Russia?

What is the Fath-360, Iran’s ballistic missile now arming Russia?

"...Missile analyst Ralph Savelsberg breaks down public information about Iran's Fath-360 ballistic missile and how it might be used by Russia against Ukraine. ..."

Reference: breakingdefense.com .

Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Iran Attacks Israel | Israel Says Iran Has Fired Missiles at Israel and it Warned Residents to Shelter in Place

Israel Says Iran Has Fired Missiles at Israel and it Warned Residents to Shelter in Place

"...Iran has fired missiles at Israel, and air raid sirens sounded across the country as residents were ordered to remain close to bomb shelters..."

Reference: www.military.com .

White House warns Iran is preparing imminent ballistic missile attack against Israel

White House warns Iran is preparing imminent ballistic missile attack against Israel

"... A senior White House official says the US believes Iran is preparing to “imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel.” “The United States has indications that Iran is preparing to imminently launch a ballistic missile attack against Israel,” a full statement reads. “We are actively supporting defensive preparations to defend Israel against this attack. A direct military attack from Iran against Israel will carry severe consequences for Iran,” it continued. ..."

Reference: www.cnn.com .

Friday, September 27, 2024

US navy says warships in Bab al-Mandab Strait intercepted Houthi missiles and drones

US navy says warships in Bab al-Mandab Strait intercepted Houthi missiles and drones

"...The official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, says that the projectiles included both missiles and drones and there was no damage to any of the three warships in the area. The official is citing initial information, which can change. The Houthis said earlier today that they targeted three US destroyers in the Red Sea with 23 ballistic and winged missiles..."

Reference: www.timesofisrael.com .

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Hezbollah missile attack targeted Mossad headquarters near Tel Aviv

Hezbollah claims responsibility for missile attack on Mossad headquarters near Tel Aviv

"...Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a missile attack Wednesday morning that targeted the Mossad headquarters, the national intelligence agency of Israel, in Tel Aviv.

The Lebanese paramilitary organization touted its use of a “Qader 1” ballistic missile..."



Reference: www.washingtonexaminer.com .

Sunday, September 22, 2024

North Korea launches second set of short-range ballistic missiles in a week

North Korea launches second set of short-range ballistic missiles in a week

"...North Korea continued a series of provocative maneuvers early Wednesday when, for the second time since Thursday, it fired a second round of short range ballistic missiles – a move experts say could be linked to the isolated country's suspected illicit supplying of arms to Russia ..."

Reference: www.france24.com .

Huge escalation by Hezbollah as it strikes Nazareth in rocket attacks; fires break out: 'Threatening countless holy places'

Hezbollah strikes Nazareth in rocket attacks; fires break out: 'Threatening countless holy places'

"...In a series of coordinated attacks, Hezbollah launched rockets into Israel's Jezreel Valley early Sunday, targeting multiple locations, including Haifa, Ramat David air base, Nazareth, Afula and the lower Galilee. "Another barrage of Hezbollah rockets at Nazareth. The hometown of Jesus, a town which is 70% Muslim & 30% Christian and almost entirely Arab," noted American Evangelical leader Johnnie Moore, president of the Congress of Christian Leaders, on social media. "For months Hezbollah has been targeting the Galilee, the geographic heart of Jesus' ministry."..."

Reference: www.christianpost.com .

Saturday, September 21, 2024

US likely to send medium-range missiles for Ukraine’s F-16s

$375 million will be the largest package the U.S. has sent Ukraine since May

"...The Joint Standoff Weapon, already used by the U.S. Air Force and Navy and a number of allies, can hit targets over 70 miles away, giving Ukraine a major upgrade to the weapons it’s using to strike Russian forces and allowing them to do it at safer distances. The package, which is still being finalized according to two U.S. officials...State Department official declined to comment on a pending arms transfer. "

Reference: www.politico.com .

Fires ignited in northern Israel by Hezbollah rockets

Fires ignited in northern Israel by Hezbollah rockets

"...Hezbollah launched over 60 rockets into northern Israel, according to the group's affiliated Al-Mayadeen. ...Israel Police later confirmed that there were several fallen rockets in the northern district which has resulted in several fires being ignited. Israel's Fire and Rescue services are currently tackling the flames."

Reference: www.jpost.com .

Friday, September 20, 2024

Philippines eyes future missile launchers purchase, to retain US Typhon system

Philippines eyes future missile launchers purchase, to retain US Typhon system

"...MANILA, Sept 20 (Reuters) - The Philippines hopes to procure mid-range capability missiles in future and wants to utilise a U.S.-deployed Typhon system for its military training, with no immediate plan for it to be returned, a top security official said on Friday. ..."

Reference: www.reuters.com .

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

The death of an F-16 pilot running missile defense shows how dangerous even the lower-risk missions are in Ukraine

The death of an F-16 pilot running missile defense shows how dangerous even the lower-risk missions are in Ukraine

"...Last week Ukraine's F-16s flew in combat, defending against a massive Russian aerial attack. But one of them crashed and killed its pilot, underscoring how even the missions initially thought to be of relatively lower risk are still dangerous.

"Flying fighters is a dangerous pursuit even in any situation," Vincent Aiello, a former US naval aviator who, in addition to flying F/A-18s, also flew the F-16 during his military career, told Business Insider.

Ukraine debut its F-16s to the world in early August ..."



Reference: www.businessinsider.com .

Houthi Missile Breach Prompts Arrow, Iron Dome Failure Investigation

Houthi Missile Breach Prompts Arrow, Iron Dome Failure Investigation

"TEL AVIV—A new Houthi ballistic missile breached Israeli airspace on Sept. 15 before breaking up or perhaps being intercepted near Tel Aviv’s airport, revealing a new long-range threat from the Yemen-based movement aligned with Iran. ...Israeli military officials are disturbed that several interception attempts made by the long-range Arrow and short-range Iron Dome defensive systems failed to shoot-down the Houthi missile. “The whole incident is being investigated,” the IDF said. ..."

Reference: aviationweek.com .

Lockheed Unveils Longer-Range AGM-158XR

Lockheed Unveils Longer-Range AGM-158XR

"...Unveiled Sept. 16 at the Air & Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference, the missile features a “significant increase” in the range compared to the AGM-158D Joint Air to Surface Missile-Extended Range and the AGM-158C3 Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile, though the specific distance could not be provided.

Michael Rothstein, the vice president of strategy and requirements for air weapons and sensors at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control..."

Reference: aviationweek.com .

China’s Military Commander Identifies U.S. Missile System That Can “Sting” PLA, Disrupt Taiwan Invasion Plans

China’s Military Commander Identifies U.S. Missile System That Can “Sting” PLA, Disrupt Taiwan Invasion Plans

"...the PLA’s concern over US-supplied MANPADS (Man-Portable Air-Defence Systems), which are viewed as a major threat if China proceeds with its dangerous plan to invade Taiwan. ..."

Reference: www.eurasiantimes.com .

Monday, September 16, 2024

Netanyahu tells Houthis they will pay ‘heavy price’ as missile hits Israel

Netanyahu tells Houthis they will pay ‘heavy price’ as missile hits Israel

"...The missile – claimed by the Houthis as an advanced surface-to-surface hypersonic missile – triggered air sirens across the country at about 6.30am, and local media aired footage of people racing to shelters at Ben Gurion international airport south-east of Tel Aviv. According to reports, it hit an open area in the Ben Shemen forest, causing a fire near Kfar Daniel. There were no reports of casualties or damage. The Israeli military is investigating whether the fire was the result of falling fragments caused by the interceptor missiles launched at the projectile, or if it successfully penetrated Israeli air defences as the Houthis have claimed. ..."

Reference: www.theguardian.com .

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Hezbollah Strikes Israel | 60 Rockets Fired In 1 Hour

Hezbollah Strikes Israel | 60 Rockets Fired In 1 Hour

"...Hezbollah Strikes Israel | A Hezbollah missile attack from Lebanon wounded an Israeli reservist amid a barrage of over 100 rockets striking northern Israel. The reservist, part of Kibbutz Dan's security team, was seriously injured and taken to Haifa’s Rambam Hospital. While rockets caused damage in areas like Abirim and Kfar Szold..."

Reference: www.youtube.com .