Iron Dome

Ahead of Flag March:

Iron Dome batteries deployed throughout Israel

Israel increases aerial defense ahead of possible rocket fire from Gaza, southern Lebanon.

Op-ed:

US economic ‘aid’ to Israel no longer exists

The “patron-client” relationship between Israel and the US is now a partnership, like the planned joint simulation drill against Iran.Op-ed.

Rocket fired from Gaza at Israel

Iron Dome intercepts rocket as red alert siren activated in Gaza envelope. No casualties reported.

Senate approves Iron Dome funding for Israel

US Senate approves spending package which includes defense aid for Israel. The bill will now go to Biden, who will sign it.

Defense Min. Gantz thanks U.S. for Iron Dome funding

Gantz notes "extraordinary bond based on common values & shared aspiration for more peaceful and free world."

House approves funding for Iron Dome

House of Representatives passes spending package which includes $1 billion in emergency funding for Iron Dome.

Watch: First 'Protective Dome' intercepts over water

Defense Ministry, IDF, and Rafael company, successfully complete series of tests for maritime 'Iron Dome' intercept system.

Report:

Israel blocking Iron Dome sales to Ukraine

Yedioth Aharanoth report claims Israel blocked Iron Dome sales to Ukraine over fears it would lead to Russian backlash.

Sen. Paul again blocks Iron Dome funding

Kentucky Senator blocks vote on Iron Dome funding bill on the grounds that there is a need to find a financial source.

UAE pressing to purchase Iron Dome batteries from Israel

Israel does not wish to sell Iron Dome systems to UAE due to Iranian presence in country.

'US committed to Iron Dome - and to stopping Iranian nukes'

New US Ambassador to Israel vows Biden administration will prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, continue to back Iron Dome.

US lawmakers urge Biden to request Iron Dome supplemental funding

Addressing the president, group of mostly Democrats calls on White House to include $1 billion for the Iron Dome in upcoming legislation.

Bennett meets two US Congressional delegations

Bennett meets delegations led by US Sen. Chris Coons (D-DE) and Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT).

US testing Iron Dome against Chinese missiles

US military in Guam tests effectiveness of Israel Iron Dome system against cruise missiles amid growing threat from China.

Iron Dome missile downs Hamas drone

Israel's Iron Dome missile defense network activated near Gaza border, interceptor missile launched at target in frontier area.

Launching missiles, muting responses

Why doesn't Israel put an end to the Gaza-launched missiles the way any other country would if a weaker neighbor was bombarding them? Op-ed.

Coincidence? Iron Dome triggers bipartisan stand in Congress

Whether intended or not, Israel was isolated from all else. An argument about procedure can just as readily be applied to other issues.Op-ed

Sanders to support Iron Dome funding bill

Sanders agrees to back bill providing funding to Iron Dome after being assured that humanitarian aid will also be provided to Gaza Strip.

Sen. Paul blocks fast-track approval of Iron Dome funding

Democratic leadership will now need to schedule a vote at their leisure, which could be in the next several days or weeks.

Senator Rand Paul blocks swift passage of Iron Dome funding bill

Kentucky Senator wants money for Iron Dome offset from proposed assistance to Afghanistan.

Gantz thanks Pelosi for Iron Dome funding

Defense Minister thanks House Speaker after the House approved $1 billion to Israel to resupply the Iron Dome missile defense system.

Congress – the co-equal and systematic ally of Israel

The US Constitution, aspiring for a limited government and a non-monarchical president, gave Congress power in many crucial areas. Op-ed.

The Left's embrace of violence against Jews

Why the Left seems to think it’s perfectly acceptable for Jews to die in the name of Palestinian self-determination. Op-ed.

AOC and the squad’s Type-A anti-Semitism

A pogrom in the American House of Representatives. Op-ed.

ZOA calls out Squad members for blocking Iron Dome funding

ZOA calls out far left Squad members after two incidents this week where they moved to block defensive funding allocations for Israel.

Leading Israeli TV host rails against Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Popular Israeli television host Avri Gilad went so far as to say he hoped for the Congresswoman to die while his show aired.

The baleful significance of the Democrats’ Iron Dome fiasco

Jewish defenders should target their enemies’ Achilles heel—their narcissism and belief in their own unimpeachable virtue.Op-ed.

Did AOC cry after Iron Dome vote?

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez changes initial 'no' vote to 'present' as House passes bill to resupply Iron Dome.

'Those who oppose US support for Israel got their answer today'

Israeli leaders praise US Congress for passing bill to provide $1 billion to resupply Iron Dome.

Congress approves Iron Dome resupply funding

Bill to resupply Iron Dome batteries passed after it was removed from emergency funding bill at behest of leftists in Congress,

House Democrats introduce stand-alone bill for Iron Dome funding

The move comes a day after House Democrats removed the provision from a government spending bill following pushback from some progressives.

An Act of War…against Jews

Tuesday was different because the Democrats abandoned Israel, although most did not want to. Leading the way were Tlaib and Omar. Op-ed.

Intelligence official: No Iron Dome means attacks on Gaza

With $1 bil. in aid for Israel nixed from the U.S. budget, former Senior Intelligence Office says chances for peace will suffer most.

Republican official slams Dems: 'Reprehensible & anti-Semitic'

Rep. Doug Lamborn slams Progressive Democrats for attempting to strip funding for Israel’s Iron Dome.

Iron Dome Funding:

House of Representatives drops aid to Israel from spending bill

Democrats remove support for Israel's Iron Dome from spending bill, following threats by some on the Left to block budget.

"Extremists in Congress are playing politics with lives"

"Calling to remove funding for a lifesaving defensive system risks further conflict" the pro-Israel organization wrote.

Lapid: Israel rebuilding relations with Congress, Democrats

Foreign Minister speaks to US House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer about US aid to replenish Iron Dome.

Iron Dome intercepts rocket fired from Gaza Strip

Sirens sounded in Eshkol Regional Council. IDF says one rocket was intercepted.

First Iron Dome live fire test in the US

US Army, Israel Missile Defense Organization & RAFAEL completed a live fire test of the Iron Dome Battery, which US acquired from Israel

Iron Dome interceptor accidentally fired at F-15

During the recent Gaza conflict, an Iron Dome missile changed course and locked onto an air force plane.

House committee approves funding for Iron Dome

House Appropriations Committee approves Department of Defense funding bill for 2022, which includes aid to Israel.

South Korea to build 'Iron Dome' to defend against North Korea

$2.6 billion project will be modelled on idea behind Israel's Iron Dome air defense system.

Biden to ask Congress to replenish Iron Dome

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff confirms he intends to present to Congress a budget request to replenish Iron Dome.

IDF on alert ahead of Flag March, Iron Dome ready

Israel prepares to respond if Hamas makes good on threat over celebratory march in Jerusalem.

Blinken: US committed to replenishing Iron Dome

Secretary of State reiterates Biden administration's position that Israel has a right to defend itself against rockets.

Biden admin supports replenishing Iron Dome after Gaza conflict

White House backs restocking Israel's Iron Dome - while pushing 'equality' for 'Palestinians', urges Israel to avoid settlement expansion.

House lawmakers to Defense Secretary: Replenish Iron Dome

At least 55 House members write to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, urge action on restocking Israel's supply of Iron Dome interceptors.

Graham: Israel to seek $1 billion in aid to replenish Iron Dome

US Senator Lindsey Graham says Iron Dome system performed 'incredibly well' in recent conflict with Hamas, will be replenished with US help.

Watch: Iron Dome saving Israelis, Arab lives

See how Israel's cutting-edge technological marvel is saving thousands of both Jews and Arabs from deadly rocket barrages by Hamas.

John Oliver accuses Israel of 'war crimes,' 'Apartheid'

US comedian says Iron Dome creates power imbalance which prevents a 'tit for tat,' blames Israel for violence.

'Thanks to Iron Dome, we can celebrate Shavuot'

President Rivlin lauds Iron Dome teams ahead of Shavuot festival. 'Thank, guardians of our walls!'

PM at Iron Dome base: 'It will take time, but we'll get there'

"Iron Dome protection gives us the freedom to conduct strikes - soon we'll reach the 1000th such strike."

Watch: Iron Dome intercepts dozens of rockets

Interceptions of rocket barrage recorded over city of Sderot.

Watch: Hamas rockets intercepted over Ashkelon

Rockets fired from Gaza exploding over Ashkelon as Iron Dome defense system called to action.

'New Iron Dome systems mean Israelis can sleep peacefully'

Israel's upgraded Iron Dome missile defense system successfully completes series of advanced tests.

Israeli man spied on Iron Dome defense system for Hamas

Israeli intelligence service reveals that Rehovot man has been arrested for transferring information on missile defense system to Hamas.

Upgraded Iron Dome missile system passes test with flying colors

Israel Missile Defense Organization and Rafael complete successful test campaign of upgraded version of the Iron Dome weapon system.

Second Iron Dome battery delivered to US Army

Israel Ministry of Defense delivers the second of two Iron Dome Defense System batteries to the U.S. Army.

Iron Dome did not work: 'We will continue to investigate'

IDF releases findings of probe into incidents in which Iron Dome system wasn't activated after rocket fire from Gaza.

Bat Yam mayor: I saw the rockets pass over me

Mayor Zvika Brot says debris from rockets fired from Gaza found across city after Iron Dome interception.