What Happened
Defense Industry Sees Third Consecutive Year Of Growth
Israel’s defense exports have reached a record $19.2 billion in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of growth. The Israeli Ministry of Defense announced that over half of the export deals were valued at over $100 million, with missile, rocket, and air defense systems leading the way. The ministry attributed the success to its strategy and reforms, including the opening of new markets and easing of export licensing policies. According to Breaking Defense, the record exports reflect the country’s unique defense industry ecosystem and its investment in research and development.