Navy
Unmanned naval drones gain importance on the battlefield, rescue of US troops proves it - analysis
From infantry forces using quadcopters to large surveillance drones and the new US LUCAS system of one-way attack drones, drone warfare is increasing exponentially.
Taiwan vows to expel Chinese vessels after Beijing claims jurisdiction over eastern waters
IAI reveals new DIAMOND Concept to upgrade naval fleets without the need to build new ships
Last Gaza flotilla vessels intercepted by Israel Navy, land convoy faces Libyan forces
The Waze of the sea: Naval veterans’ start-up launches maritime navigation platform
Israeli maritime navigation system lets ships share real-time info, including pirate threats. CEO Yarden Gross: 'Collaborative navigation is a safety, environmental, and security necessity.'
IDF's next generation: Inside Navy commanders' wartime training, from Gaza to Iran
MILITARY AFFAIRS: Three IDF Navy commanders reflect on their unique training experience during the war, balancing intense classroom learning with frontline combat.
Italy's navy to quit escorting Global Sumud Flotilla
Italy’s navy will stop accompanying the Gaza aid flotilla 150 miles from shore, warning activists to turn back. Israel has vowed to block the convoy from reaching Gaza.
Australia to invest $25b to upgrade Henderson shipyard as AUKUS nuclear submarine maintenance hub
The Henderson site will support allied submarine patrols, create 10,000 jobs, and expand Australia’s strategic role in the Indo-Pacific under AUKUS.
Battle of succession: Will Tomer Bar be replaced as head of air force?
Current estimates indicate that the military and Defense Ministry want a new IAF chief who will be prepared for future challenges, in light of Iran's intentions to retaliate against Israel.
Russia launches missiles in Sea of Japan during drills
The Russian Defense Ministry released footage of the frigate launching the missiles, while it said that "Kalibr and Uran missiles were fired in the Sea of Japan."
Fire breaks out on US naval ship off Japan's Okinawa
There have been no reports of injuries, and vessels from Japan's Self-Defense Forces are fighting the fire, NHK said.
Did the British Navy scuttle the guns before 1890? Fresh Helgoland find rekindles the mystery
High-res sonar and 3D mapping revealed 12-pounders and carronades from ~1800 over 80×70 m, likely scuttled by the Royal Navy before the 1890 transfer to the German Empire.
Russian, Chinese navies to conduct joint patrols in Asia-Pacific, Interfax reports
The two navies held joint drills in the Sea of Japan over August 1-5 that included artillery firing, practicing anti-submarine and air defense missions, and improving joint search and rescue ops.
Russian and Chinese navies carry out artillery and anti-submarine drills in Sea of Japan
Russian and Chinese sailors would conduct artillery firing, practise anti-submarine and air defence missions, and improve joint search and rescue operations at sea.
