On Saturday, October 7, the worst attack since 1948 by the militant group Hamas was carried out on the territory of the Jewish state. Almost 250 Israelis were brutally killed in the attack. It eclipsed many others. On the other hand, Israel’s retaliatory attacks resulted in approximately 230 casualties in Gaza. After the attack, concerns were raised about Israel’s defense system. Many also questioned the failure of the intelligence services. Amidst all these debates, the Iron Dome is attracting attention. Iron Dome is Israel’s air defense system that intercepts rockets coming from Gaza. Here’s everything you need to know about the Iron Dome.
Iron dome
Iron Dome is a short-range air defense system that includes radar along with Tamir interceptor missiles that help track and neutralize incoming missiles or rockets at Israeli targets. The turret is designed for use against artillery, mortars (C-RAM), helicopters, aircraft, hovercraft and rockets.
The history of Iron Dome dates back to the Israeli-Lebanese war in 2006. At the time, Hezbollah fired a wide array of rockets at Israel. Already next year, Israel has made a statement that its Rafeael Advance Systems will accept a new air defense system that will help protect people and cities. The air defense system was designed with Israel Aerospace Industries.
It was in 2011 when the Iron Dome was erected. Rafael claimed that the success rate was about 90 percent. However, around 2,000 interceptions have taken place, so experts say its success rate is around 80 percent. Its Rafaela website states that it is capable of “protecting deployed and maneuver forces, as well as forward operating base (FOB) and urban areas, against a wide range of indirect and aerial threats.”
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