A senior Israeli official said the country is ready to develop homegrown stealth jets and unmanned combat aircraft as part of a push to reduce reliance on US aid, according to a report by The Jerusalem Post.
A senior Israeli official stated that Israel is ready to develop its own stealth fighter jets and unmanned combat aircraft within the next decade, according to a report by The Jerusalem Post on Thursday. The statement frames the initiative as part of a broader strategic push to reduce Israel's reliance on US military aid.
The Zioneer has previously reported on Israel's stated goal of achieving 'armament independence.' In late July, a senior official outlined a 10-year plan to phase out US security aid and transition the bilateral relationship from assistance to partnership. The latest report signals that the development of advanced air platforms is a central pillar of that vision.
No timeline or budget details were provided for the stealth jet program. The official did not specify which models or technologies would be pursued, but noted that the Israeli economy is assessed to be capable of supporting such a transition.
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