Iron Dome

 Donald Trump with an American Iron Dome system (illustrative)

Trump proposes US defense modeled after Israel’s Iron Dome

Experts highlight logistical and strategic challenges in adapting the Iron Dome system for US homeland defense

By NATHAN KLABIN/THE MEDIA LINE
27/01/2025

Defense Ministry awards Rafael $5.2b US-funded air defense contract

Israel begins deploying $5.2B in US aid to enhance its missile shield, including Iron Dome upgrades and the new Iron Beam laser system that could slash interception costs.

By DEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS
17/01/2025

2nd Jewish Media Awards: A beautiful celebratory night honoring Jewish talent, values

Allison Josephs described the event as an “evening of elevating Jewish values,” and noted that Jews of all backgrounds, “from Hollywood to Hassidim,” were being honored and in attendance. 

By EVE GLOVER
12/01/2025

'Could've ended in disaster': Interceptor fragments hit Be’er Ya’acov house

"They hit the wall of our house; the air conditioner was torn off," said Mor Steinberg-Golan after an interceptor hit her house.

By HODIA RAN
25/12/2024

Why has IAF failed to intercept recent missile attacks at central Israel?

Recent strikes into central Israel hint that Iran has refined its attack strategy, leveraging both direct launches and supplying missiles to Yemen's Houthis.

By UDI ETZION
21/12/2024

Iron Dome of wildfires: Israeli start-up offers revolutionary solution

FireDome's technology not only provides a fast and efficient solution to forest fires but can also be critical in cases of fires caused by interceptors and UAV or rocket crashes in open areas.

By LIOR NOVIK/MAARIV
09/12/2024

'Naval Iron Dome has proven effective': Chevron CEO discusses Hezbollah attacks on gas works

The natural gas production platforms have been shut down multiple downs since the start of the war last year.

IDF's air defense too weak, land forces lack independence, sources say

Land forces too dependent on air support and lack sufficient volumes of vehicles to move them from defensive lines to forward attack lines.

Greece in talks to develop €2 billion Iron Dome system with Israel

Greece is keen to invest in its defenses to keep up with its NATO ally and historic rival Turkey, which is also developing its own air defenses, despite some improvement in relations.

By REUTERS
14/11/2024

Rocket barrage triggers sirens across central Israel, targeting Tel Aviv's Iron Dome battery

Hezbollah also said it launched rockets at an Israeli naval base west of Haifa.

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