Czech defense ministry expects to ink deal worth some $430 million for Rafael's SPYDER, says system will be key to modernizing its military

Second officer, Brig. Gen. Tomer Bar, also goes up in rank as he takes over newly restructured position focused on developing new fighting techniques

Another air force officer also slated to command newly formed Force Design Directorate, as military announces fresh appointments

Chief of staff Kohavi to restructure Planning Directorate into department focused on developing and rolling out new combat doctrines

Multiyear Momentum Plan is designed to create a deadlier, more integrated military, though lack of government makes money an issue

Army chief intends to spend large sums to outfit troops with better gear and improve air defenses to deal a powerful blow to Israel's enemies before they can hit back

Defense officials assess that a similar cruise missile strike could be launched from Iraqi territory; IDF chief warns of forceful response

Military declares exercise a success, saying it checked the preparedness of aerial defense soldiers and missile batteries