David's Sling

IDF confirms:

Missile hit IDF UAV, downing it in Lebanon

Interceptor missile fired towards suspicious target crossing into Israel from Lebanon; video clip from Kfar Tavor shows fragments of interceptor near synagogue.

Finland signs historic agreement to purchase David's Sling

Finland signs 317 million EUR agreement to purchase David's Sling, one of the world's leading systems for intercepting advanced threats.

Since war began:

9,500 rockets and dozens of aircraft launched at Israel

For the first time, all the aerial defense systems are working simultaneously - Iron Dome, David's Sling, MIM-104 Patriot, and Arrow.

Following US approval:

Israel to sell David’s Sling weapon system to Finland

US, Israel, and Finland to sign procurement agreement worth approximately 316 million Euros.

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David's Sling concludes successful tests 2 months after 1st use

The missile defense system recorded its first successful interception of an enemy rocket during Operation Shield and Arrow.

'Magic Wand' no longer:

Missile Defense System officially named David's Sling

Following first successful use of system to shoot down an Islamic Jihad rocket, Defense Ministry formally adopts ID, popular name of system.

Netanyahu:

'Anyone who tries to harm us, his blood is on his head'

PM visits David's Sling array which shot down a rocket fired at Tel Aviv yesterday, vows to continue to target Islamic Jihad leaders.

Congress approves defense bill including Israel aid

Bipartisan defense measure authorizes $500 million for US-Israel missile defense cooperation in 2023. AIPAC welcomes its approval.

Watch: IDF bolsters air defenses with Iran threat looming

The IDF announced its latest successful testing of the three tiered 'David's Sling' air-shield with threat of Iran attack on the horizon.

Intercept tests of David's Sling successfully completed

Defense Minister Benny Gantz: "Development of a multilayered air defense system secures us from threats near and far."

State-of-the-art Israeli missile falls into Russian hands

'David's Sling', Israel's advanced surface-to-air missile, reported seized by Russian army after landing in Syrian territory.

David's Sling weapon system passes test

Defense 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 correct

Despite 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 Syria

One of the interceptors fired at a Syrian missile landed in Syria - without intercepting its target.

David's Sling wins US Technology Pioneer Award

Israeli 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 danger

Israel'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 system

PM Netanyahu says 'Magic Wand' system becomes operational on Sunday.

Answer to Hezbollah: Comprehensive air defense to be operational

In two weeks Magic Wand becomes operational, to provide enhanced security to threats against Israel at nationwide level.

Cruz: Boost Israeli aid against the Iranian menace

In a strong op-ed, former presidential candidate demands Obama reverse 'failure' and fully fund Jewish state's defense for Iranian missiles.

Watch: Israel's Magic Wand 'unparalleled' in the world

Experts behind the successful final test of 'agile, lethal' defense system tout its 'next-gen' technology 'that doesn't exist elsewhere.'

Magic Wand missile defense system passes final tests

Mid-range defense system against rockets to be fully operational in 2016.

US-Israel Co-Production Deal for David's Sling Close

Israel's latest short-range ballistic missile defense technology may be one step closer to being actualized after weeks of negotiations.

Going Operational: US, IDF Begin Training 'Magic Wand' Operators

Magic Wand will provide an additional layer of protection against accurate short and medium range missiles. In other words: Hezbollah.

Congress Approves Millions in Extra Aid for IDF Missile Defense

Bipartisan move secures hundreds of millions in funds for Israeli short- and long-range missile defense systems.

Watch: 'David's Sling' Missile Defense Test Successful

Short-range ballistic missile defense system successfully identifies targets, could be integrated into the military in 2016.

US Lawmakers Call for Increase in Missile Defense Aid to Israel

Bipartisan request to House committee cites increased threat from Hezbollah, Iran; notes aid 'in America's interest'.

US Defense Budget Increases Aid for Anti-Missile Systems

Amendments 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 Successfully 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 Work

For 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 Defense Aid

Washington 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 Systems

House and Senate Appropriations Committees approve $237 million in aid in 2012 to Israel's anti-missile systems.