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Critical Capability Against Iran: Ofeq 13 and Ofeq 19 Satellites Win Israel Defense Prize
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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What happened
The 2026 Israel Defense Prize was awarded at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem to five projects, including the Ofeq 13 and Ofeq 19 satellite program. The satellites provide real-time intelligence for offensive and defensive needs, including detecting missiles launched toward Israel and monitoring distant arenas such as Iran.
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