Iron Dome

Why America Needs Its Own Iron Dome Air Defense
The Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and the Arrow 2/Arrow 3 systems ensure the security of Israel’s borders. America needs a similar capability.

Israel’s Rafael Defense Firm Saw Record Sales in 2024
Rafael designs a vast array of high-tech defense systems, including air defense systems and missiles to tank protection systems.

Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” Missile Defense System Might Become A Reality
But the Golden Dome project will not come to fruition without novel technologies—for which development might not be easy.

David’s Sling Is the Middle Layer of Israel’s Air Defense
The David’s Sling defense system was designed to counter the threat of medium to long-range rockets.

America Is Committing to Trump’s Iron Dome Project
The Iron Dome makes vital contributions to Israel’s security.

“Iron Dome” for America: A Fresh Look at Homeland Defense
The “Iron Dome for America” proposal creates an enormous chance to think differently while the United States adapts its culture and processes to the strategic landscape it faces today.

Behind Trump’s “Iron Dome” Is a Space-Based Missile Defense
Space-based missile defenses are the Holy Grail of American national defense.

Trump Wants America to Have Its Very Own Iron Dome
Producing an Iron Dome large enough to cover the continental United States would be a very costly project. U.S. president Donald Trump has followed through on his earlier pledge to...

Israel’s Iron Dome is Great But It’s No Cure-All
Israel must always stay on the cutting edge of military technology. One key capability in which Israel is a world leader is ballistic missile defense. The Israeli military deployed a comprehensive...

Iran’s Ballistic Missiles: How Much of a Threat are They to Israel?
Summary: Iran’s recent direct missile and drone attack on Israel marks a significant escalation in regional tensions, showcasing Tehran’s growing missile capabilities and willingness to engage openly rather than through...

Shahad-136: Iran’s Long Range Kamikaze Swarm Drone that Attacked Israel
Summary: Iran significantly escalated its conflict with Israel by directly launching a barrage of UAVs and missiles on April 13, moving away from its usual strategy of employing proxies. Despite...

Twenty Years of Israel-U.S. Air Defense Investment Pays Off
On the evening of April 13, Israelis were told that Iran had launched nearly 300 drones and missiles to strike the country within a few hours. It was around eleven...