The interceptor program is aimed at defeating current ballistic missile threats and future technological advances from countries including North Korea and Iran.
If Israel does not restore a better balance of deterrence, there is no reason why Tehran will not attack directly again, and eventually achieve more devastating impacts on Israel.
IDF Arabic spokesperson tells Al Arabiya that Iranian attack failed to achieve goals, Iron Dome intercepted majority of missiles, and minimal damage reported to Israeli airbase.
Iran's attack on Israel was the first time it openly declared war on the Jewish State. Such an attack inevitably raised important insights that need to be mentioned.
The Arrow-2 and Arrow-3 missile defense systems were highlighted explicitly for their precision in neutralizing long-range ballistic missiles, thereby safeguarding Israeli citizens.
"Our response will be much larger than tonight's military action if Israel retaliates against Iran," armed forces chief of staff Major General Mohammad Bagheri told state TV.
When Iran attacked Israel on Saturday, it pulled Israel out of the isolation it was sinking into due to its war with Hamas.
Conference participants cheered and clapped when the announcement was made and renewed celebration when it was reported that Yemeni and Iraqi factions may have also joined in the attack.
At the direction of President Biden, Austin said US forces intercepted dozens of missiles and UAVs en route to Israel launched from Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen.
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