Hamas Trying to Challenge Israel's Iron Dome Missile Defense System

(Ynet News) Yoav Zitun - Hamas and Islamic Jihad have tried in this round of fighting to overpower Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system by firing heavy barrages of dozens of rockets on a relatively small area. Out of 400 rockets, Iron Dome batteries intercepted 120 rockets that would've otherwise fallen in populated areas. IDF officials stressed that Iron Dome cannot provide 100% protection, and the public must follow safety instructions by the Home Front Command to prevent casualties.


2018-11-14 00:00:00

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