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Advanced interception technologies to counter UAVs displayed

A first-of-its-kind trial was held yesterday (Monday) to identify and demonstrate new capabilities for intercepting Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.

IDF soldier severely wounded in drone strike

The IDF managed to intercept an unmanned aerial vehicle launched by Hezbollah in the Leshem Institute area of the Rafael corporation, which is engaged in the development and production of advanced weapons systems.

Air defense advancement:

Advanced 'All in One' system successfully tested

New configuration for RAFAEL's SPYDER air defense system, called 'All in One,' features an integrated radar, electro-optical launcher, advanced control and command system, and PYTHON and Derby interceptors, all mounted on a single platform.

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.

RAFAEL Unveils:

Sky Sonic - the Hypersonic Missile Interceptor

"Sky Sonic" is a groundbreaking defensive response to the growing threat of hypersonic missiles

'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.

Greece to purchase Spike missiles from Israel

Agreement valued at $400 million.

RAFAEL's SPYDER system receives massive Counter-TBM upgrade

SPYDER air defense system receives new upgrade allowing for counter- tactical ballistic missile capability.

Rafael Unveils 6th Generation SPIKE NLOS Missile

New salvo controls, system handover, target acquisition, and extended ranges are some of the enhanced capabilities in this latest model.

First Israeli air-to-air missile with range of over 100 km

In a test series held earlier this week, Rafael completed the development of the ground-based Air Defense version of I-Derby ER missile.

Czech military will use Israeli air defense systems

Czech Ministry of Defense decides to equip military with an Israeli Air Defense System produced by Rafael

RAFAEL's laser Drone Dome intercepts multiple targets

System achieves 100% success in all test scenarios.

Watch: Israel's latest air combat innovations

Rafael unveils new systems for combat aircraft at Paris Air Show, enabling real-time attack, navigation and intelligence capabilities.

Watch: German army tests Israeli Spike missiles

Annual German army drill ends with launching of 54 Spike missiles from Rafael with 100% success rate.

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.

Watch: RAFAEL Spike missile launch test

SPIKE NLOS is a 30 km Precision Guided Missile, part of the 5th generation electro-optical SPIKE Family.

Rafael to supply Australian Army 5th generation Spike missiles

Rafael and Australia's Varley sign agreement for joint production lines to supply Spike missiles and other systems to Australian Army.

TROPHY missile defense system sold to US army

Israeli-developed system to protect tanks from missiles and rockets sold to US army for use in Abrams tanks.

Latvia purchases Rafael's Spike missile systems

To date, Rafael has sold more than 29,000 Gil missiles to 29 countries.

IDF orders thousands of shoulder-fired infantry rocket launchers

Israeli army expands arsenal of MATADOR infantry rocket launcher system, purchasing thousands from Rafael corporation.

Indian CoS: We'll likely revive missile deal with Israel

Indian army and government discussing ways to revive deal to buy Spike anti-tank guided missiles from Israel, says India's military chief.

Watch: Iron Dome Knocks Drone Out of the Air

The Iron Dome missile defense system is also effective against drones, tests by Rafael, maker of the system, showed.

Officials Investigating Possible Chemical Leak in North

Officials said that they were investigating a possible chemical leak at a facility of Israel Military Industries (Rafael) in Kiryat Bialik.

US Army Buys Its First Iron Dome from Israel

US apparently won over by performance of anti-missile system in Gaza war; move may mean Iron Dome to be covered by US defense budget.

Israel Struggling to Sell Iron Dome

Israel's key missile defense system is unique in the arena of global defense - but politics and cost are preventing investors from buying.

IDF Gets Defense Boost in Form of New Iron Dome Battery

The IDF receives an eighth Iron Dome battery which will improve Israel’s ability to defend residents from rocket attacks.

Iron Dome To Receive Numerous Improvements

Rafael officials reveal 'hardware and software improvements' for missile defense system that has success rate over 80%.

Israel to Unveil New Interceptor for Short-Range Rockets

New "Iron Beam" system, developed by Rafael, would use a laser to blow up short-range rockets and mortars.

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.

Israeli Military Exports Reach Record High

Israel broke records for military product exports in 2012, skyrocketing sales by some $2 billion, but a repeat performance is not expected.

Israel Shopping for Warships to Protect Gas Fields

Israel is out shopping for new warships to protect the new Tamar gas field that has just come online to supply natural gas to the nation.

IDF Adds Fifth Iron Dome Battery

The Israeli military has added another Iron Dome battery to its arsenal of anti-missile defense systems.

Workers Protest Iron Dome Parts Factory Shutdown

Hundreds of workers could be left jobless in March when an American firm closes its Iron Dome parts factory in Lod.