News for David's Sling David's Sling weapon system passes testDefense Ministry 'Homa' Department and US MDA successfully complete interception tests of Magic Wand weapon system advanced version. IDF: Decision to deploy David's Sling was correctDespite the failure to shoot down Syrian rockets, army stands by decision to deploy the vaunted anti-missile system. Cleared for publication: David's Sling interceptor fell in SyriaOne of the interceptors fired at a Syrian missile landed in Syria - without intercepting its target. David's Sling wins US Technology Pioneer AwardIsraeli medium-range missile defense system wins prestigious award at Multinational Ballistic Missile Defense Conference in Boston. 'Put an Iron Dome in South Korea'Retired Marine Corps Lt. Col. North calls on US to pressure Israel into providing missile defense systems to defend against North Korea. PM: Whoever threatens our existence puts himself in dangerIsrael's newest missile defense system becomes operational. PM: 'David's Sling is in our skies and David's shield is on our flag.' Israel launches new anti-rocket systemPM Netanyahu says 'Magic Wand' system becomes operational on Sunday. Answer to Hezbollah: Comprehensive air defense to be operationalIn two weeks Magic Wand becomes operational, to provide enhanced security to threats against Israel at nationwide level. Cruz: Boost Israeli aid against the Iranian menaceIn a strong op-ed, former presidential candidate demands Obama reverse 'failure' and fully fund Jewish state's defense for Iranian missiles. Watch: Magic Wand 'unparalleled' in the worldExperts behind the successful final test of 'agile, lethal' defense system tout its 'next-gen' technology 'that doesn't exist elsewhere.' Magic Wand missile defense passes final testsMid-range defense system against rockets to be fully operational in 2016.US-Israel Production Deal for David's Sling CloseIsrael's latest short-range ballistic missile defense technology may be one step closer to being actualized after weeks of negotiations. US, IDF Begin Training 'Magic Wand' OperatorsMagic Wand will provide an additional layer of protection against accurate short and medium range missiles. In other words: Hezbollah. Congress: Millions in Aid for IDF Missile DefenseBipartisan move secures hundreds of millions in funds for Israeli short- and long-range missile defense systems. Watch: Missile Defense Test SuccessfulShort-range ballistic missile defense system successfully identifies targets, could be integrated into the military in 2016. Congress Urged to Increase Military Aid to IsraelBipartisan request to House committee cites increased threat from Hezbollah, Iran; notes aid 'in America's interest'.US Defense Budget Increases Israel AidAmendments to 2014 budget Monday propose greater US-Israel cooperation on program, which boosts Israel's defense from regional foes.David's Sling Test: Even the Americans Shed Tears'You could say that all of the systems worked perfectly'... 'It was an explosion you couldn't miss,' say elated experts. Watch the video.Israel, US Test New Missile Defense System"David's Sling" designed to bridge the gap between long-range Arrow and short-range Iron Dome systems. Watch IDF’s ‘Magic Wand’ at WorkFor the first time, the Defense Ministry has released a video showing its Sharvit Ksamim system shooting down a rocket. Report: Obama Whittling Away Israel Missile AidWashington Free Beacon: For second straight year, President seeks to cut funding to joint U.S.-Israel missile defense programs. U.S. Doubles Aid to Israel's Defense SystemsHouse and Senate Appropriations Committees approve $237 million in aid in 2012 to Israel's anti-missile systems. |
