Analysis Why Israel’s New Laser Interceptor Could Be a Game Changer
The clues lie in the Defense Ministry’s uncharacteristic optimism
Iron Dome
The Iron Dome is an air defense system developed by Rafael Advanced Defense System, designed to intercept short-range rockets and mortar shells. Israel deployed the system first in the south in April 2011 to intercept rockets from the Gaza Strip. The Israeli-developed system uses cameras and radar to track incoming rockets and is supposed to shoot them down within seconds of their launch.
Israel Unveils Laser-based Missile Interception System
Set to be ready for use within a year and a half, new system would reduce the use of more costly Iron Dome
Analysis 'What Israel Needs Is Strategic Patience, There Are No More Existential Threats'
In new book, former deputy national security adviser Chuck Freilich calls to redefine Israel's strategy ■ And at 82, aeronautics engineer Uzi Rubin writes how Israel's missile defense succeeded against all odds
Israel Strikes Hamas Targets After Gaza Rocket Fire for Second Time in 24 Hours
Army says targets include underground facilities and a military compound
Israel Strikes Hamas Posts in Gaza in Retaliation for Rocket Fired at South
The Israeli military hit the Strip after a rocket was launched at border community, landing in an open area and causing no injuries ■ The army said it struck several more targets overnight
Missile Hits Human Rights Office in Gaza. Here's Why You Never Heard About It
Israeli sources confirmed a local missile hit an office building in Gaza, but one could conclude that was the case just from the silence of Palestinian media outlets regarding the hit
WATCH The Moment Gaza Rockets Sparked Panic at Israeli Music Festival
'I've been living in this nightmare of rockets and mortar shells for a decade, but I've never experienced a night as traumatic as this'
Analysis Israel Launches Gaza Campaign That May Last Several Days
Netanyahu has been ignoring Gaza. Now it's election time and it's come back to haunt him
U.S. to Purchase Israel's Iron Dome Missile Defense, Citing 'Immediate Need'
'Israel has an Iron Dome and an iron fist. Our systems can face any threat,' Netanyahu said in response to the deal
Israel Deploys Missile Defense in Tel Aviv Metropolitan Area
Iron Dome deployed as tensions mount on both the Gaza and Syria border
Israel Strikes Hamas in Gaza After Iron Dome Intercepts Rocket
Rocket sirens sound near southern city of Ashkelon ■ Incident comes day after air force attacks several Hamas targets over suspicious balloons
Israeli Army Strikes Hamas Target After Rocket Launched From Gaza Strip
No casualties or damage have been reported in what is the first flare-up along the border in over a month and a half
Opinion Israel's Iron Dome Is Not a Full Solution
It is true – it saves lives, but it does not solve the basic problem: protection of the civilian population in the south ■ The only way to stop the launching of rockets is by physically eliminating that capability
Analysis Even a Short War Is a Costly Affair
Iron Dome missiles, tank shells and smart bombs don’t come cheap and the government is already contending with a swelling budget deficit
Israeli Businesses Feeling the Impact of Gaza Escalations
The toll on restaurants in Israel's southern communities is immediate, while the tourism industry frets over the longer-term losses
Editorial Civilians Without Protection
Too many residents of Israel's southern cities’ older neighborhoods live without a security room or a public shelter nearby– or with a shelter that cannot accommodate all the area’s residents
Gaza Flare-up: Islamic Jihad Announces Cease-fire With Israel After a Night of Fighting
Safety restrictions lifted for Israelis living near Gaza border after air force pounds Strip, rockets launched at south ■ Six Palestinians said killed by live Israeli fire at protests prior to overnight strikes ■ Iron Dome intercepts 15 rockets ■ IDF: Iran behind rocket attacks
Israel Strikes 80 Hamas Targets in Gaza After 30 Rockets Launched at South
Six Palestinians said killed by live Israeli fire at protests prior to overnight strikes ■ Iron Dome intercepts 10 rockets ■ Israel: Islamic Jihad launching rockets under Iran's orders
Israel Denies Reports Saudi Arabia Purchased Iron Dome Missile Defense Systems
London-based Al-Khaleej Online cites diplomatic sources saying Israel agreed to sale after pressure from Washington. Saudi officials have not confirmed the report
Opinion Hamas Is a Distraction for Israel Compared to Hezbollah and Iran
If Israel had true leaders, they'd be telling the Israeli public to calm down about Gaza and the limited threat Hamas poses, and focusing on the exponentially more serious threat of Hezbollah and Iran
Hamas Pledges to End Airborne Firebombs as Part of Cease-fire, Senior Israeli Official Says
Official says Hamas willing to stop 'fire and fence terror' ■ Israeli army announces 'return to routine' ■ Israeli soldier killed by Palestinian snipers ■ Israel strikes dozens of Hamas targets
Analysis Israel, Hamas Make U-turn on the Precipice With Gaza Cease-fire
The death of an Israeli soldier was grim reminder that the Gaza conflict does not start and end with incendiary kites and balloons
Israeli Soldier Killed by Gunfire on the Gaza Border
The Israeli army struck Hamas targets in Gaza after the soldier was killed. Three rockets were fired at Israel from Gaza; two of them were intercepted by the Iron Dome. Another rocket fell in an open area in southern Israel
Gaza Flare-up: 2 Palestinian Teens Killed, 4 Israelis Wounded After Widest Strikes Since '14 War
Hamas announces cease-fire following international mediation efforts ■ Israeli army says it struck 40 Hamas targets throughout Gaza ■ More than 160 rocket alarm sirens sound in southern Israel ■ 190 rockets fired at Israel, 37 intercepted by Iron Dome
Israeli Army Deploys Iron Dome Batteries Along Gaza Border
Following assessments made by its Southern Command, Israel Defense Forces reinforce the northern and southern borders of the Strip with anti-missile defense systems
Israel Prepares for Possible Gaza Rocket Fire Amid Turbulent Clashes
Less than two weeks after a flare-up, military believes Hamas now seeks a confrontation, albeit a limited one, and could fire projectiles at Israel
Barrage of 28 Mortars Fired From Gaza to Israel; Kindergarten's Yard Hit
IDF: Most shells intercepted by Iron Dome defense system ■ Several hits reported in southern Israeli communities ■ Hamas evacuates bases in anticipation of Israeli retaliation