Israel inks US aid-funded contract to expand Iron Dome production The aid, approved in April 2024, includes $5.2 billion for strengthening the Jewish state's missile defense systems. Jan. 16, 2025
Iron Beam laser interceptor gets massive boost towards final phase The system is poised to enhance Israel's multi-layered defense architecture, working in tandem with the Iron Dome. Lilach Shoval Oct. 28, 2024
Banned from France, Israeli defense companies welcomed warmly in DC “There is still business to business operation in between Europe and Israel,” an Israeli CEO told JNS. “I hope the public opinion will be changed.” Mike Wagenheim Oct. 22, 2024
Rafael Defense Systems has record Q2, all-time order backlog The Magen Or laser-based air-defense system is expected to enter operational service next year. Aug. 30, 2024
IDF to get Rafael’s laser missile interceptor by 2025 Rafael Advanced Defense Systems showcases advances in defense technology at the Farnborough International Airshow. Aharon Lapidot July 24, 2024
Iron Beam laser intercepts Hamas rocket from Gaza The system's interception of a rocket fired by terrorists in Gaza is the first-ever operational use of a laser defense system. Nov. 21, 2023
78 years after the Shoah, Israel’s air defense system to protect Germany The Arrow 3 array is set to enter into initial operational status in 2025. Yaakov Lappin Aug. 18, 2023
Laser air defenses coming to Israeli border communities soon After nearly two decades in development, Israel's Iron Beam laser defense system is scheduled to become operational within the next year and a half. Yaakov Lappin July 18, 2023
Russia’s UAV onslaught ups interest in Israeli defense system Rafael’s Drone Dome is already active in Dubai, protecting the Gulf city from attack. Yaakov Lappin June 20, 2023