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Seth J. Frantzman

@sfrantzman.bsky.social
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Middle East security, defense analysis. War correspondent @Jerusalem Post; Adjunct Fellow FDD. Breaking Defense. #ChezFrantzman Author of 'The October 7 War' and 'Drone Wars.' Skipper. Maine. Phi Psi.

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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Rafael integrating SPICE 1000 stand-off munition on Israeli F-35s breakingdefense.com/2026/09/rafa...
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Rafael integrating SPICE 1000 stand-off munition on Israeli F-35s - Breaking Defense
The Israeli firm said integrating the weapon on Israeli F-35s was a step towards them being equipped on other countries' fleets.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Israeli military opens new branch for AI and robotics; breakingdefense.com/2026/09/isra...
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Israeli military creates new branch focused on AI, drones and robotics - Breaking Defense
"The battlefield is changing at a dizzying pace, and we are changing with it,” Israeli military Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Sweeping strikes under the rug: Will Iraq face consequences for Saudi pipeline attack? - analysis www.jpost.com/middle-east/...
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Saudi pipeline attack exposes Iraq’s failure to control Iran-backed militias | The Jerusalem Post
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi doesn’t seem very focused on consequences for the militias that potentially have caused a huge economic headache for the world.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Greece inks $3.4B deal for multi-layered Israeli air defense system breakingdefense.com/2026/08/gree...
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Greece inks $3.4B deal for multi-layered Israeli air defense system - Breaking Defense
Defense cooperation between the two countries has increased in recent years as Israel sees Greece as a strategic partner in the Eastern Mediterranean.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
US, Saudi Arabia strike Iranian-backed militias in Iraq after militia attacks www.longwarjournal.org/archives/202...
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US, Saudi Arabia strike Iranian-backed militias in Iraq after militia attacks
Iranian-backed militias in Iraq escalated attacks on Saudi Arabia and the Kurdistan Region in late July, prompting US and Saudi airstrikes against militia logistics and weapons sites across Iraq. The ...
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
How Israel and Syria Can Reset Their Relationship nationalinterest.org/blog/middle-...
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How Israel and Syria Can Reset Their Relationship
The weakening of Iran’s position in the Levant could create the necessary space for reconciliation between Damascus and Jerusalem.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is seeking to keep the US Air Force’s A-10 Thunderbolt II flying through 2033. This is important because the iconic close air support platform does not have a unique replacement for some of the missions it performs. www.jpost.com/internationa...
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‘BRRRRT Act’ seeks to keep A-10 flying as pilot warns of capability gap | The Jerusalem Post
The legislation comes amid a long-running debate over the future of the A-10 and whether newer aircraft can adequately replace its close air support and combat search-and-rescue capabilities.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Washington Is Starting to Treat Syria and Iraq as One Policy www.19fortyfive.com/2026/07/wash...
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Washington Is Starting to Treat Syria and Iraq as One Policy
Frantzman on Washington's new bet: treat Syria and Iraq as one policy, revive pipelines around Hormuz, and lock in partners before September's withdrawal.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
New article on Iraq and Syria in U.S. policy www.19fortyfive.com/2026/07/wash...
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Washington Is Starting to Treat Syria and Iraq as One Policy
Frantzman on Washington's new bet: treat Syria and Iraq as one policy, revive pipelines around Hormuz, and lock in partners before September's withdrawal.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Why Lebanon's Pilot Zones Matter at the Trump-Aoun Summit thisisbeirut.com.lb/opinion/op-e...
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Why Lebanon's Pilot Zones Matter at the Trump-Aoun Summit
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s meeting this week with U.S. President Donald Trump offers Washington an important opportunity to press Beirut to implement pil…
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Israel's IMCO Group "a leading developer and manufacturer of defense and industrial systems, announced today that IMCO America (ADTI), has secured approximately $2.5 million order from a major U.S. defense customer"
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Israel's President Isaac Herzog delivered an address to the Israeli people at the commencement of the election campaign. President Herzog called for the campaign to be conducted in a responsible and respectful manner
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
I was on Fox News this morning; discussing the latest Iran conflict news; what the US might do next, and Iranian attacks, U.S. soldiers killed in Jordan identified after Iran attack www.fdd.org/in_the_news/...
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U.S. soldiers killed in Jordan identified after Iran attack
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Israel's Elbit Systems said today that its U.S. subsidiary, Elbit Systems of America, has received multiple awards from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) totaling over $370 million to enhance U.S. national security, with work to be performed through May 2029.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Why the Houthis and Saudi Arabia may come to blows - analysis www.jpost.com/middle-east/...
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Why there may be a renewed war between Houthis, Saudia Arabia | The Jerusalem Post
The last several years have seen a de-escalation between Yemen's Houthis and Saudi Arabia. However, the Houthis appear intent on returning to the conflict.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Israel’s two giant state-run defense companies may go public, but there are hurdles breakingdefense.com/2026/07/isra...
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Israel’s two giant state-run defense companies may go public, but there are hurdles - Breaking Defense
The current market presents an opportunity for the Israeli government to raise billions of dollars while improving the companies' efficiency and access to capital.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
What Iran’s funeral means www.jpost.com/middle-east/...
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What Khamenei's funeral tells us about Iran's next move against Israel, US | The Jerusalem Post
Iran is burying its former leader in a week-long ceremony. Will it now use the boost to try to claw back its influence across the Middle East?
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
"U.S. Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force evaluate equipment readiness on the Medium-Range Intercept Capability system on Mason Range, Guam, June 24, 2026 in support of VALIANT SHIELD 2026." This was developed from Iron Dome by Rafael and Raytheon
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Israel’s Smart Shooter sees c-UAS demand grow across US military: Exec breakingdefense.com/2026/06/isra...
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Israel's Smart Shooter sees c-UAS demand grow across US military: Exec - Breaking Defense
Smart Shooter VP Scott Thompson told Breaking Defense that the evolving threat of small drones has sparked high demand for kinetic solutions.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Romania air defense deal: Romanian statement:"The Ministry of National Defence – General Directorate for Armaments, through CN Romtehnica SA, and the Israeli company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd signed on Wednesday, June 24..."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Israel President Isaac Herzog Meets President Nicușor Dan of Romania. "Following the ceremony, the Presidents held a private meeting, followed by an expanded bilateral meeting. In their talks, the leaders discussed deepening bilateral cooperation across a range of fields..."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
What comes next in Gaza: aijac.org.au/australia-is...
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Decision or stagnation Gaza? - AIJAC
The October 7 Gaza War was tremendously destructive. As of early June 2026, around two million Gaza civilians continue to live under Hamas rule in around 40% of Gaza. The rest of Gaza is controlled by...
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Rubio Says Iran’s Iraqi Militias Must Stop Before the Region Can Find Peace nationalsecurityjournal.org/rubio-says-i...
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Rubio Says Iran's Iraqi Militias Must Stop Before the Region Can Find Peace
Secretary of State Rubio says Iran's militias in Iraq must stop their attacks for the region to find peace. Seth Frantzman argues the burden now falls on Baghdad.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Israel's IMCO Industries Group, "a leading provider of advanced defense and industrial solutions, announced that it has been awarded an approximately $5 million dollars contract by the Israeli Ministry of Defense for the production and supply of advanced electrical systems for armored vehicles."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The Miami Police Department is utilizing Airwayz’s Overwatch airspace management platform to support public safety operations during the FIFA World Cup events taking place throughout the city.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
IDF: As part of the ongoing cooperation between the Israeli Navy and the German Navy, a German Navy vessel conducted a port visit at the Port of Haifa
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
As Kurdistan Region seeks drone defenses, Rubio warns Iraq about Iran proxies www.longwarjournal.org/archives/202...
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As Kurdistan Region seeks drone defenses, Rubio warns Iraq about Iran proxies
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq is seeking to acquire air-defense systems following months of missile and drone attacks targeting energy infrastructure and Iranian opposition groups across northern Iraq....
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Israel's Ministry of Defense noted that "the Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, held a series of high-level meetings with India’s Defense Minister, Defense Secretary, Chief of Defense Staff, and officials from India’s Ministry of Defence."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Next steps in Gaza, after the Cairo meetings? www.longwarjournal.org/archives/202...
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Gaza peace plan sees slow progress after Hamas meets in Cairo
Efforts to advance the US-backed peace plan for Gaza have continued amid difficult negotiations over Hamas’s disarmament and the future security structure of the enclave. Talks in Cairo involving Hama...
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Syria Need Not Enter Lebanon to Help Curb Hezbollah thisisbeirut.com.lb/opinion/op-e...
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Syria Need Not Enter Lebanon to Help Curb Hezbollah
Syria is not going to undertake a military campaign against Hezbollah that Israel itself has been unable to carry out.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The US-Iran MoU is a product of Tehran's survival-first strategy - analysis www.jpost.com/internationa...
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With the MoU finalized Iran's strategy has changed and so has the Middle East | The Jerusalem Post
While Iran has turned toward China for support and to deepen ties, Beijing views Iran as a chaotic regime that doesn’t offer a return on investment.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
NRC says that "Syria: Legal limbo leaves millions without proof of identity or property rights"
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Israel's Smart Shooter to Supply additional SMASH Hopper Systems to the Israeli Ministry of Defense under an agreement valued at Up to NIS 7.4 million
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
'We are all shocked’ by deal, worry that regime will feel it ‘won,' Iranian source tells 'Post' www.jpost.com/middle-east/...
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Iranian dissidents shocked by US deal, fear Donald Trump was fooled by Tehran | The Jerusalem Post
Iranian source: 'We are all shocked...They can’t believe they made the deal' • Concern that Islamic regime and its proxies see US deal as a victory, source stresses
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) "has completed the upgrade and modernization program for the Sri Lanka Air Force’s existing Kfir fighter aircraft fleet, marked today by the successful first flight of the upgraded aircraft."-June 11
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Israel defense companies at Eurosatory: Israel's Rafael Advanced Defense Systems "is presenting in Eurosatory 2026, presenting an integrated, multilayered approach to air defense..."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
How Iran war is giving China an opening in Gulf drone market (I was quoted in this piece) www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
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How Iran war is giving China an opening in Gulf drone market
The ongoing war has helped China carve out a growing role in Gulf defense by offering cheaper, faster and less restricted drone capabilities.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
New data released from Lockheed Martin on the F-35
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
New: Israel's Ministry of Defense "All-Time Defense Export Record: Israel Crosses the $19 Billion Threshold."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
My new piece on Nir Oz; www.jpost.com/israel-news/...
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Nir Oz volunteers train to defend Israel's frontlines after Oct. 7 | The Jerusalem Post
With support from the Magen 48 organization, Gaza border Kibbutz Nir Oz is training a new, young security team to protect their community.
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Smart Shooter, "a designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems, announced today its first significant contract with the U.S. Navy."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Israel's IAI confirmed it is heading to Berlin for ILA June 11-14. Boaz Levy, IAI’s Chairman: “ILA Berlin is an important opportunity to reinforce the strategic partnerships that define the future of the global defense landscape, and Germany continues to be our closest partners in Europe."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Israel's Ministry of Defense says "The French government has informed the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD) of its decision to bar Israel’s official participation in the EUROSATORY defense exhibition, scheduled to take place later this month in Paris."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Iran continues attacks on Kurdistan region of northern Iraq
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Breakfast today at #chezfrantzman Scrambled eggs with cream and scorched mushrooms and finely grated Comte cheese Optional
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Demand soars for Israel’s battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct apnews.com/article/isra...
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Demand soars for Israel's battle-tested weapons tech despite global criticism of its wartime conduct
Demand is soaring for Israel's battle-tested weapons and military technology, despite widespread condemnation by rights groups and the international community over the country's conduct in wars, parti...
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) "a global leader in defense and aerospace, is unveiling DIAMOND - an advanced, hybrid, naval warfare solution designed to enhance the operational capabilities of modern navies through distributed, modular maritime operations." Screenshot youtu.be/9rzldkekfLY?...
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
SmartShooter in Israel "announced today that it has signed an agreement with the Israeli Ministry of Defense to supply SMASH Hopper lightweight remote-controlled weapon stations, including spare parts and related services."
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Why Hezbollah’s Use of FPV Drones Against Israel Will Backfire thisisbeirut.com.lb/articles/133...
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Why Hezbollah’s Use of FPV Drones Against Israel Will Backfire
Why Hezbollah’s Use of FPV Drones Against Israel Will Backfire
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Seth J. Frantzman @sfrantzman.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
"Lightweight, DRFM-based suite enables UAVs to operate and survive succeed within anti-access/area denial (A2/AD) zones."-Rafael
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