The Iron Dome missile defense system was designed to protect Israeli citizens from aerial attacks by launching guided missiles that intercept incoming rockets and other short-range threats in mid-air.

(NewsNation) — The inspiration for President Trump’s planned “Golden Dome” has long protected Israel from foreign air attacks. Israel’s Iron Dome, established in 2011, uses radar to detect missiles ...

The Iron Dome missile defense system, or "Kippat Barzel" in Hebrew, is widely regarded as one of the most important tools in Israel's defensive arsenal. Designed to protect Israeli citizens from ...

FILE - In this file photo taken July 5, 2014, an Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept a rocket from Gaza Strip in the costal city of Ashkelon, Israel. Israel says its punishing air assault ...

Since Israel activated the Iron Dome in 2011, the cutting-edge rocket-defense system has intercepted thousands of rockets fired into Israel, most from the Gaza Strip. On Tuesday, it appeared the ...

Designed to protect Israeli citizens from aerial attacks by launching guided missiles to intercept incoming rockets and other short-range threats, the mobile all-weather defense system has been fully ...

Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. Designed to protect Israeli citizens from aerial attacks by launching guided missiles to intercept incoming rockets and other short-range threats, the ...