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Israel Online · Oct 20, 2026

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IDF to Revive Armored Brigade After 23 Years, Establish New Space and Robotics Units The IDF is bringing back its 500th Armored Brigade, more than two decades after it was disbanded in 2003. Lt. Col. Ron Saig will command the revived brigade and is expected to be promoted to colonel. In a major move to modernize its military capabilities, the IDF is also establishing two new units. A new Space Division will oversee Israel's military space capabilities, including training, technology development, and future operations. A separate Robotics Division, operating under the IDF's Depth Command, will focus on integrating advanced robotic systems into military operations. The changes highlight the IDF's efforts to strengthen traditional armored forces while preparing for future warfare involving space technology and robotics.

*IDF to Revive Armored Brigade After 23 Years, Establish New Space and Robotics Units* The IDF is bringing back its 500th Armored Brigade, more than two decades after it was disbanded in 2003. Lt. Col. Ron Saig will command the revived brigade and is expected to be promoted to colonel. In a major move to modernize its military capabilities, the IDF is also establishing two new units. A new Space Division will oversee Israel's military space capabilities, including training, technology development, and future operations. A separate Robotics Division, operating under the IDF's Depth Command, will focus on integrating advanced robotic systems into military operations. The changes highlight the IDF's efforts to strengthen traditional armored forces while preparing for future warfare involving space technology and robotics.

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