When President Trump talks about the need for an Iron Dome for America, it’s not capriciousness or puff talk on a global ...

Israel's Iron Dome air-defense system intercepts rockets launched from the Gaza Strip in October. (amir cohen/Reuters) Israel’s Iron Dome system, the country’s key defense against missile and ...

President Trump announced his desire for a missile-defense system protecting the U.S., labeling it a “Golden Dome.” Trump has taken inspiration from two places: former President Ronald Reagan ...

Israel’s Iron Dome missile-defense system is designed to intercept and destroy short-range rockets and mortars. It’s blocked thousands of missiles since 2011, including those launched by Hamas ...

The Iron Dome, its most well-known system, specializes in dealing with shorter-range attacks and can intercept surface-to-surface rockets and drones at a range of about 43 miles.

Israel’s Iron Dome missile-defense system is designed to intercept and destroy short-range rockets and mortars. During the recent conflict, it has been used to destroy more than 200 rockets ...