Iron Dome

US funding for Iron Dome air defense system no longer enjoying bipartisan support

Funding was relatively uncontroversial in the past, but some of the progressives now opposing Iron Dome funding are arguing that Israel does not need the assistance.

Anti-missile batterie fire interception missiles toward incoming ballistic missiles launched from Lebanon, as seen in northern Israel, during the war with Iran and Hezbollah and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, March 22, 2026.
Israel's Iron Dome anti-missile system intercepts rockets launched from the Gaza Strip, as seen from the city of Ashkelon, Israel, October 9, 2023.

From first intercept to 10,000 combat intercepts: Iron Dome turns 15-analysis

 Arrow air defense system

Israel approves increased production of Arrow missile interceptors for second time this year

 An illustrative image of an Iranian agent in the backdrop of an Iranian flag.

Jerusalem prosecutors indict 23-year-old over alleged contact with Iranian agent


Arms embargoes on Israel dangerous, looking towards Ukraine in comparison - opinion

To appreciate the importance of the Iron Dome to Israel’s well-being, one need only look at the other war zone in the news lately, there’s no Iron Dome in Ukraine.

 FRENCH PRESIDENT Emmanuel Macron addresses the UN General Assembly last month. He has called for a halt in arms deliveries to Israel, the writer notes.

Iraqi militias intensify strikes on Israel: IDF interceptions surge, Alma research reveals

According to Alma, between November of last year and Wednesday of this week, the Islamic resistance in Iraq has taken responsibility for 167 attacks on Israel.

 An Iron Dome launcher fires an interceptor missile as rockets are fired from Gaza, in Sderot, Israel, May 10, 2023.

US boosts Israel defense aid by $5.2 billion for laser tech, Iron Dome, David’s Sling

The additional $5.2 billion is focused on defense, including the Iron Dome, David's Sling, and an advanced laser system.

 Director General of the Israeli Ministry of Defense, Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir in discussions with Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, Amanda Dory.

David's Sling intercepts rocket from Lebanon for first time

The IDF used David's Sling to intercept a rocket from Lebanon, triggering sirens across central Israel due to safety precautions.

A David's Sling interceptor launching during the Israel-Hamas war; illustrative.

Israel's Iron Beam laser air-defense operational next year, Rafael CEO confirms

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is making waves with its groundbreaking Iron Beam laser air defense system, which is set to enter operational service next year.

 US President Joe Biden attend a briefing on the Israel's Iron Dome and Iron Beam Air Defense Systems at the Ben Gurion International Airport in Lod, July 13, 2022

Airline flight cancellation chaos to Israel is unsustainable - analysis

Major airlines cancelling flights is a new phenomenon that Israel doesn't seem to have a solution for.

 A Delta Airlines jet comes in for a landing in front of the Empire State Building and Manhattan skyline at Laguardia Airport, in New York City, New York, U.S., January 11, 2023.

Techtonic and IAI strengthen Israel's critical infrastructure - opinion

Amid rising threats, Techtonic and IAI are enhancing Israel’s critical infrastructure to ensure resilience and continuity, even in the face of potential attacks.

Israel's Iron Dome intercepts Hezbollah rockets fired over northern Israel. August 25, 2024.

How to tackle defending against Iran, Hezbollah from ex-air defense chief Ran Kochav - exclusive

Drone defense could jump from 75 to 90%, but Israel would still suffer initial damage from a Hezbollah attack, Kochav told the "Jerusalem Post."

Former Israeli Air Force chief Ran Kochav seen with an IDF drone (illustrative)

Rocket victim Michael Samara saves six lives with marathon organ donation

The lives of Israeli citizens were saved from organ transplants by Michael Samara, who died of wounds from an Iron Dome interception on Friday.

 Michael Samara, aged 27, died on August  9, 2024 from a failed interception of Hezbollah rocket.

The IDF’s legal ‘Iron Dome’: Yifat Tomer Yerushalmi defends Israel

Military Affairs: Maj.-Gen. Yifat Tomer Yerushalmi, the Military Advocate-General, is the IDF’s main line of defense against international war crimes probes

 IDF MILITARY Advocate-General Maj.-Gen. Yifat Tomer Yerushalmi is the Israeli military’s chief lawyer and has the task of defending Israelis from accusations of war crimes.