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India.com
a day ago
- Politics
- India.com
Bad news for Iran as Israel develops new defence system that is capable of 'shoot-look-shoot' technology, can detect and stop very fast..., name is...
Bad news for Iran as Israel develops new defence system that is capable of 'shoot-look-shoot' technology, can detect and stop very fast..., name is... Israel has made its air defense system even stronger with the development of the new Arrow-4 missile defense system. Boaz Levy, the head of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), confirmed that this advanced system will soon become a key part of the country's national defense. Arrow-4 is an upgraded version of the earlier Arrow-3 system and it is designed to accurately shoot down enemy ballistic missiles, especially those launched from short distances. One of the most important features of Arrow-4 is its 'shoot-look-shoot' technology which means that if the missile is not able to destroy the target on the first attempt, the system quickly checks and makes another precise strike. This new defense system uses advanced warhead technology and a highly sensitive seeker system. Because of this, it can detect and stop very fast, modern ballistic missiles, including those that travel at hypersonic speeds. Recently, when Iran fired advanced ballistic missiles at Israel, the country managed to stop about 85 per cent of them in the air. However, around 50 missiles still hit Israeli land, causing major damage. The goal of launching the Arrow-4 is to fix this gap in defense, so that in the future, not even a single enemy missile is able to reach the ground. Israel speeds up work on Arrow-4, plans for even more powerful Arrow-5 According to Israel Aerospace Industries, it may take up to two years for the new Arrow-4 missile defense system to be fully added into Israel's defense system. However, the Israeli government has already ordered that the process be fast-tracked. At the same time, work is already underway on an even more advanced system called Arrow-5. This future system is expected to replace Arrow-3 in the coming years and make Israel's defense capabilities even more powerful and unbeatable. The Arrow defense series is already known around the world as the first fully working anti-ballistic missile system. It includes Arrow-2 and Arrow-3, which are designed to destroy incoming missiles traveling at speeds of up to 3 kilometers per second, right in mid-air. The Arrow-4 project officially began in 2021 when the United States and Israel announced a joint effort to build the system. For Israel, Arrow-4 is more than just a missile interceptor, it will act as a powerful shield, especially at a time when tensions are high across the Middle East.
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Kim Tate's masterplan that would change Emmerdale forever
Kim Tate has a bold new plan (Picture: ITV) Kim Tate (Claire King) finally revealed her grand plan to Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) in tonight's Emmerdale. Kim has mentioned her project a couple of times recently, but the exact details of it were kept under wraps. We know that she's currently working with Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley), who bought Annie's land back from Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb). However, in this evening's episode, Kim confirmed she has no long-term intention of collaborating with the Sugdens. After yesterday's events with Doctor Eddie Crowley (James Hillier), Joe told Kim that he'd work hard to regain her trust. In the kitchen, Joe happily listened to Kim speak about her new project, and made sure she knew that he'd be happy to help with it. Joe betrayed Kim this week (Picture: ITV) On the table was a map of the village and surrounding fields. Kim confirmed to Joe that her plan is to buy all of the land that sits around Home Farm, in order to have the largest farm in North Yorkshire. She knew it would be an expensive project, but Kim then revealed that she's been told the land could be used commercially soon, rather than agriculturally. It means that if Kim owns the fields and the use for them does change, she can capitalise on it. Doctor Crowley wanted to steal all of Kim's money (Picture: ITV/Metro) Follow Metro Soaps on WhatsApp and get all the latest spoilers first! Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! Joe highlighted that if Kim doesn't buy Annie's land, her idea might not work. She then smiled at Joe, confirming she already has a plan in place for that. The Tates are already loaded with money anyways, but Kim wants more. She told Joe that she intends to make the Tate legacy live on and if this is a success, they'll more powerful and richer than ever before. Arrow MORE: Unexpected Emmerdale exit story for Kim Tate as Robert's suspicions are piqued Arrow MORE: Moira faces an impossible decision in Emmerdale as more bad news is delivered Arrow MORE: Emmerdale's Kim Tate makes huge declaration in ITVX release as she's set to lose everything
Reuters
3 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Israel to raise defence spending to meet security challenges
JERUSALEM, July 17 (Reuters) - Israel will raise defence spending by 42 billion shekels ($12.5 billion) in 2025 and 2026, the finance and defence ministries said on Thursday, citing the country's security challenges. The budget agreement will allow the Defence Ministry to "advance urgent and essential procurement deals critical to national security," the ministries said in a statement. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the new defence budget "fully covers the intense fighting in Gaza, alongside comprehensive security preparations for all threats — from the south, the north, and more distant arenas." Israel's military costs have surged since it launched its military offensive on Gaza following the deadly attacks by Hamas militants on Israel on October 7, 2023. Since then, Israel has also fought Hezbollah in Lebanon and waged a 12-day air war with Iran, and carried out airstrikes in Syria this week after vowing to destroy government forces attacking Druze in southern Syria and demanding they withdraw. Over the past 21 months, Israel's missile defence systems have been working almost daily to intercept missiles fired by Hezbollah, Iran and Houthis in Yemen. Current annual defence spending is 110 billion shekels - about 9% of gross domestic product - out of a total 2025 budget of 756 billion shekels. The extra budgetary funding "will allow the Defence Ministry to immediately sign procurement deals for the weapons and ammunition required to replenish depleted stocks and support the IDF's ongoing operations," said Amir Baram, director general of the Defence Ministry. It would also enable the defence establishment to initiate development programs to strengthen the Israel Defence Forces' qualitative edge for future systems, he said. Defence Minister Israel Katz said the funds would allow Israel to prepare for multiple scenarios since "enemies are openly declaring their intent to destroy this we require complete military, technological and operational superiority." Separately, the Defence Ministry said it had signed a deal with state-run Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) ( to accelerate serial production of Arrow interceptors. The Arrow, developed and manufactured in cooperation with the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, is a missile defence system designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles. The Arrow had a high interception rate during the conflicts with Hamas and Iran. As part of the deal, IAI will supply the military with a significant additional amount of Arrow interceptors. "The numerous interceptions it carried out saved many lives and significantly reduced economic damage," Baram said. On Wednesday, the ministry signed a $20 million deal with Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) to supply advanced machine guns aimed at significantly enhancing the IDF ground forces' firepower capabilities. ($1 = 3.3553 shekels)
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Israel to raise defence spending to meet security challenges
Israel will raise defence spending by 42 billion shekels ($12.5 billion) in 2025 and 2026, the finance and defence ministries said on Thursday, citing the country's security challenges. The budget agreement will allow the Defence Ministry to "advance urgent and essential procurement deals critical to national security," the ministries said in a statement. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the new defence budget "fully covers the intense fighting in Gaza, alongside comprehensive security preparations for all threats - from the south, the north, and more distant arenas." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Audiologists: New $99 German Hearing Device Sweeping Canada risinghealthtrends Learn More Undo Israel's military costs have surged since it launched its military offensive on Gaza following the deadly attacks by Hamas militants on Israel on October 7, 2023. Since then, Israel has also fought Hezbollah in Lebanon and waged a 12-day air war with Iran, and carried out airstrikes in Syria this week after vowing to destroy government forces attacking Druze in southern Syria and demanding they withdraw. Live Events Over the past 21 months, Israel's missile defence systems have been working almost daily to intercept missiles fired by Hezbollah, Iran and Houthis in Yemen. Current annual defence spending is 110 billion shekels - about 9% of gross domestic product - out of a total 2025 budget of 756 billion shekels. The extra budgetary funding "will allow the Defence Ministry to immediately sign procurement deals for the weapons and ammunition required to replenish depleted stocks and support the IDF's ongoing operations," said Amir Baram, director general of the Defence Ministry. It would also enable the defence establishment to initiate development programs to strengthen the Israel Defence Forces' qualitative edge for future systems, he said. MULTIPLE SCENARIOS Defence Minister Israel Katz said the funds would allow Israel to prepare for multiple scenarios since "enemies are openly declaring their intent to destroy this we require complete military, technological and operational superiority." Separately, the Defence Ministry said it had signed a deal with state-run Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) to accelerate serial production of Arrow interceptors. The Arrow, developed and manufactured in cooperation with the U.S. Missile Defense Agency, is a missile defence system designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles. The Arrow had a high interception rate during the conflicts with Hamas and Iran. As part of the deal, IAI will supply the military with a significant additional amount of Arrow interceptors. "The numerous interceptions it carried out saved many lives and significantly reduced economic damage," Baram said. On Wednesday, the ministry signed a $20 million deal with Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) to supply advanced machine guns aimed at significantly enhancing the IDF ground forces' firepower capabilities.
Metro
3 days ago
- Business
- Metro
Family who won £216,000,000 on EuroMillions reveal how they will spend jackpot
The family from Cork, Ireland, won the largest EuroMillions prize in Ireland's history, after buying a ticket from a small Centra store (Picture: Mac Innes Photography/National Lottery/PA Wire) The winners of a £216 million jackpot have revealed how they will be spending their fortune after claiming their winnings weeks ago. The family from Cork, Ireland, won the largest EuroMillions prize in Ireland's history, after buying a ticket from a small Centra store. They have since revealed they plan to stay in their home city, with no 'outrageous plans to spend the cash yet – except maybe a Rolex. One family member said: 'We're planning to remain in Ireland, and we promised ourselves that we won't let this win change us.' Another said: 'I'll still be having my favourite ham and cheese sambo for lunch every day.' But there are plans to travel to take the trips they had 'dreamed of'. Speaking to the Irish times, they added: 'We're absolutely going on a family holiday. We love to travel and there's so many amazing trips we've always dreamed of that we can now make a reality. Store manager Simon Champ celebrating with staff from Clifford's Centra on Shandon Street in Cork City centre (Picture: Mac Innes Photography/National Lottery/PA Wire) 'We're already looking at holiday homes somewhere in the sun.' The husband said he was watching the news when they saw someone in Ireland had purchased the winning ticket. He scanned the ticket on the National lottery app, and a message popped up saying: 'You've won big, contact the National Lottery.' The couple then spent the evening checking the numbers against the one on the website over and over again, before ringing the National lottery for confirmation the next morning which took a couple of minutes to do. They said: 'Those few minutes felt like the longest of my life.' The winning ticket was stashed in an A4 sheet beneath a pile of laundry until they could hand it over. But as soon as lottery officials were able to take it, the family sort out financial and legal advice. Former winner Paddy Kehoe told Metro that any winner should make sure to get the money into their accounts 'as soon as they can'. 'I nearly took the National Lottery to court after they wouldn't hand over the money quick enough,' he said. 'They need to get on it and get it in their accounts. You never know what's going to happen, your house could burn down tomorrow so they need to sort it.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. Arrow MORE: Someone from Liverpool has a month to claim £1,000,000 National Lottery win Arrow MORE: Nearly 60,000 air fryers urgently recalled due to risk that could cause 'injury or death' Arrow MORE: Woman sets up National Lottery syndicate over Facebook – now they've won £3,600,000
