Israeli air defence system

'After the cluster opens, it’s too late:' Israeli expert explains Iranian cluster warhead challenge

Dr. Uzi Rubin tells The Media Line that stopping missiles at high altitude remains the only effective defense once submunitions are released.

Rocket trails are seen in the sky above the Israeli center coastal city of Netanya amid a fresh barrage of Iranian missile attacks on March 9, 2026.
An Iranian missile with cluster munitions flies towards Israel, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, in central Israel, March 5, 2026.

Iranian cluster munitions pose additional challenge for Israel's air defenses

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

Who defends the defenders? Why Israel must protect its air defenses - opinion

Rocket trails are seen in the sky above the Israeli center coastal city of Netanya amid a fresh barrage of Iranian missile attacks on March 9, 2026.

What are cluster munitions and how does Israel intercept them? - explainer


After 50,000 rockets, Israel offers Germany Iron Dome know-how

In an interview with the German newspaper BILD, Rafael board member Yuval Steinitz makes clear what is at stake for Israel and Europe.

 IRON DOME near Ashdod fires an intercepting missile.

IDF: Iron Beam laser system not ready for Iranian missiles, despite limited usage in 2024

Using lasers to defend against long-range threats, such as Iran's ballistic missiles, could take that much longer, some projecting five to ten years or longer.

Israel's Iron Beam laser anti-missile interception system can potentially neutralize threats literally at the speed of light.

'Best air defense system': Rafael chairman discusses Israel's preparedness for possible Iran attack

When asked whether Israelis should feel reassured about interception capabilities, Steinitz reaffirmed that "Israel has the best air defense system in the world, and it is only improving."

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

Iran steps up missile upgrades with Russian help amid strike fears

The missiles that pose a threat to Israel’s home front include the Shahab series, including Kheibar Shekan, which is based on North Korean technology and has a range of about 2,000 kilometers

An Iranian missile is launched during a military exercise at an undisclosed location in Iran, August 20, 2025

US President Donald Trump says he told Netanyahu Iron Dome is 'US tech' in Davos speech

At Davos, Trump told Netanyahu to stop taking credit for Iron Dome, declaring it "entirely American" while revealing plans for a revolutionary "Golden Dome" defense system.

US President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025.

IDF spokesperson reassures public, no changes to home front instructions amid US-Iran tensions

IDF Spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin reassures Israel's public of steady readiness, stressing no changes to home front instructions despite fears of a US attack on Iran.

IDF spokesperson Brig.-Gen. Effie Defrin is seen in a switch-over ceremony in Tel Aviv, Israel, March 27, 2025

Can Israel trust Lebanon in disarming the border?

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

People stand next to the UN vehicles in southern Lebanon, as seen from northern Israel, January 8, 2026.

Anti-Israel Colombia integrates IAI's Barak air defense system

The Barak MX has been adopted by several countries worldwide

 The Barak medium-range surface-to-air missile system.

Kenya receives Israeli SPYDER air defense system in $26 million deal

The system was delivered by a CAL Cargo Airlines cargo plane in mid-December

Rafael's Spyder air defense system

After Cambodia war, Thailand signs $108m deal for Israel’s Barak MX missile system

The deal for the system comes shortly after Thailand fought a deadly war with neighboring Cambodia

IAI's Barak MX air defense system