Israel’s ‘Iron Dome’ Offers Added Security From Missile Attacks

Facing the worst barrage of rockets from Palestinian militants since 2009, Israel is getting a boost from a new interceptor system that destroys missiles in midair before they fall on population centers.

The “Iron Dome” missile system has provided an added layer of security for Israel’s homeland by downing dozens of rockets in the past four days, buying more time for the country’s leaders to confront militants with less citizen pressure to stem hostilities.

The system underlines Israel’s shifting doctrine of emphasizing defense capabilities in addition to its offensive firepower, and offers a preview of how Israel will handle any retaliatory missile threat posed by Iran.-[source]