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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Israel's multi-layered defense and strategic counteroffensive highlighted amid intensifying conflict with Iran
The recent hostilities between Israel and Iran on Friday have escalated into a complex military confrontation that underscores Israel's advanced multi-tiered air defense capabilities alongside strategic precision strikes deep inside Iranian territory. Israel has successfully intercepted a significant number of Iranian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and ballistic missiles, while simultaneously conducting targeted airstrikes on Iranian missile launchers and nuclear-related infrastructure. The Israeli Air Force (IAF), supported by naval defense systems such as the Barak MX, intercepted over 15 Iranian UAVs in a single day, maintaining an overall interception rate exceeding 90% against hundreds of drones and missiles launched since the conflict's escalation. The lengthy flight time of Iranian drones—approximately nine hours—has allowed Israel to effectively deploy interceptors and scramble fighter jets to neutralize threats well before they reach populated areas. Despite the high interception rate, missile strikes caused injuries and damage in Haifa and Beersheba, with at least seven lightly wounded in Beersheba and two injured in Haifa, including a teenager in serious condition. In retaliation, Israel launched precision airstrikes involving over 60 aircraft targeting missile launch sites, storage facilities, and nuclear program-related sites across central and western Iran. Among the key targets was the headquarters of the SPND nuclear project , a critical component of Iran's advanced weapons development efforts. Israeli officials reported the elimination of key Iranian military commanders and disruption of planned missile barrages aimed at southern Israel. Live Events Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced plans to intensify strikes against Iranian internal security institutions and regime symbols to destabilize the regime, with Iran continuing to expand its missile arsenal. However, Israel maintains sufficient interceptor missile stockpiles and is adapting its defense systems, including deploying new interceptors specifically designed to counter UAV threats. This conflict has evolved into a high-stakes tit-for-tat exchange, with both nations demonstrating advanced military technologies and a willingness to strike strategic targets beyond their borders. Recent intelligence has revealed covert Israeli drone manufacturing facilities inside Iran, while Iran's use of cluster warheads highlights the evolving and covert nature of this confrontation. Israel's ability to intercept the vast majority of Iranian UAVs and missiles while conducting deep strikes into Iranian territory reflects a blend of technological superiority and tactical planning that might shape this prolonged conflict. With current hostilities numbering at least 24 Israeli and over 600 Iranian deaths since June 13, with hundreds more wounded, authorities emphasize the importance of adhering strictly to safety protocols.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Israel to show fresh weapons at Paris Air Show
JERUSALEM — Israeli defense companies plan to exhibit new weaponry at the Paris Air Show next week amid a cooling of relations with France over the conduct of the Gaza war, according to the Israeli Ministry of Defense and local defense companies. The highlight of the Israeli defense systems at the show is expected to be Rafael's high-energy laser weapon system family: the Iron Beam 450mm, Iron Beam-M 250mm and the Lite Beam, defense officials said. The Iron Beam suite is a defensive weapon against short-range rockets, missiles and drones. Its expected display in Paris comes after Israel's recent announcement of successful drone interceptions by lasers during the ongoing Israel-Gaza war. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) will also showcase its aerial defense systems, focusing on the Arrow anti-ballistic missile and the Barak MX integrated air and missile defense systems. The Arrow was developed with U.S. funding and in collaboration with the Boeing. The system operates two types of interceptors, the Arrow-2 and Arrow-3, and consists of a command-and-control system and fire control. The Barak MX system is a modular, multi-mission active defense system of sea-to-air and surface-to-air missiles designed to defend against aircraft, helicopters, aerial drones, anti-ship missiles and cruise missiles. Its original purpose was to protect vessels and strategic naval installations. IAI will also present its Heron MK II UAV, which has the ability to collect intelligence on targets from a long distance. Also shown will be the Scorpius-G, designed to aerial threats using electromagnetic beams, and the company's Wind Demon, a long-range air-to-surface cruise missile. Elbit Systems announced a week before the opening of the French defense exhibition that it will also introduce the company's latest developments in the aerial domain, but did not specify which systems. There is still uncertainty among Israeli defense companies regarding their participation in the Paris Air Show in light of the tense situation between France and Israel amidst the ongoing war in Gaza. In last May, France canceled the participation of Israeli defense companies in the Eurosatory 2024 event. Yoav Turgeman, CEO of Rafael, addressed the issue during a press briefing held by the company two weeks before the opening of the Paris Air Show, saying that 'for now everything is business as usual. We have not received any notification on the subject.'
