'Worked Very Well...': Netanyahu Lauds Israeli Weapons Used By India In Op Sindoor

Last Updated:August 07, 2025, 19:19 IST

HARPY drones, which were widely used by India, were produced by Israel Aerospace Industries, while Barak-8 missile, developed jointly with the DRDO

India has emerged as one of the top buyers of Israeli weapons in South Asia in recent years.  (Reuters File Image)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday appreciated Israel-made weapons, which were used recently by India during its four-day conflict with Pakistan.

During Operation Sindoor, India deployed multiple Israeli-origin systems—HARPY drones, SkyStriker munitions, Barak-8 missiles, and Heron reconnaissance UAVs—in key strike and air-defence roles.

“Israeli equipment given before worked well during operation Sindoor. Israeli equipment, used during operation Sindoor, were battle-proven," Netanyahu said while unveiling his plan to increase military strikes on Gaza.

HARPY drones, which were widely used by India to shoot down Pakistani missiles, are produced by Israel Aerospace Industries, while the Barak-8 missile is developed jointly with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

Meanwhile, PM Netanyahu met India’s Ambassador to Israel JP Singh in Jerusalem to discuss strengthening bilateral ties, including expanding cooperation, particularly in security and the economy.

India has emerged as one of the top buyers of Israeli weapons in South Asia in recent years.

All About HARPY Drones?

HARPY is a loitering munition specifically designed for the Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (SEAD) role, with a focus on destroying radar systems. It is equipped with an Anti-Radiation (AR) seeker and a high-explosive warhead, enabling it to autonomously detect and strike high-value, radar-emitting targets.

Capable of deep-strike missions lasting up to 9 hours, the HARPY can operate day and night, in all weather conditions, and even in environments where Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are denied or contested.

Once launched, HARPY drones can autonomously search for targets within a designated area, identify their frequency, and strike from various angles using either shallow or steep dive profiles.

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