Israel to extend F-35I range amid war with Iran

Israel's defense ministry has announced plans to extend the range of its F-35I 'Adir' fighter jets by developing a new system that will utilize external fuel tanks based on the Cyclone design of the F-16I 'Sufa.' While specific range targets were not disclosed, the current F-35A has a range of 1,200 miles. Elbit Systems has been awarded a $34 million contract for this development amid ongoing tensions with Iran.