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Time of India
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Never before seen: Israel's new Barak Magen air defense destroys Iranian missiles — all about the system
For the first time ever, Israel used its new air defense system called "Barak Magen" on Sunday night. Israel used this new system to stop and shoot down several drones sent by Iran. The Israeli Navy was the one that operated the Barak Magen system, and it shot down eight Iranian drones, as per reports. These drones were destroyed using Barak Magen and another system called the long-range air defense interceptor, both fired from an Israeli Sa'ar 6 missile ship. John Hannah, a senior fellow at John Hannah, a senior expert at The Jewish Institute for National Security of America, said this system makes Israel's navy stronger, according to Fox News. What the new system does? He also said Barak Magen is another strong tool in Israel's already advanced missile defense system. The Barak Magen system can shoot down many kinds of threats like drones (UAVs), cruise missiles, high-trajectory missiles, missiles fired from land to sea. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Chuck Norris Begs Seniors: Avoid These 3 Foods Like The Plague Roundhouse Provisions Learn More Undo According to Hannah, this system protects Israel's navy ships and also helps defend important things like oil and gas stations in the eastern Mediterranean, important buildings and cities along Israel's coast. It gives Israel the ability to stop attacks far away, not just near its borders, like in, the eastern Mediterranean and the Red Sea, as stated in the report by Fox News. That's important because Israel is a small country, and stopping missiles before they reach close is a big advantage. Since the Iran conflict got worse, the Israeli Navy has already intercepted around 25 drones using this new system. On Monday, for the fourth day in a row, Iran and Israel exchanged missile attacks, as per reports. Live Events Iran's new wave of attacks killed at least 8 people and injured many others. At the same time, the Israeli army said it now had air control over Tehran, the capital of Iran. They also told 330,000 people in central Tehran to leave the area before new Israeli strikes happen, as mentioned in the report by Fox News. FAQs Q1. What is Barak Magen? It is Israel's new air defense system that shoots down enemy missiles and drones. Q2. Why did Israel use it now? Because Iran fired drones during a conflict, and Israel needed to stop them fast.
NDTV
11 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Barak Magen: Israel's New 'Lightning Shield' To Shoot Down Iranian Drones
Tel Aviv: Israel activated its new aerial defence system, 'Barak Magen' or 'Lightning Shield,' for the first time after multiple Iranian airstrikes breached the Iron Dome and hit buildings in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and other cities. The new defence system intercepted Iranian drones on Sunday night, the military said. The Israeli Navy used the Barak Magen system along with its long-range air defence (LRAD) interceptor to down eight Iranian drones, as per Fox News. The interception was carried out from a Sa'ar 6 missile ship in Israeli waters, according to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). John Hannah, a senior fellow at the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA), said the system "significantly enhances" the naval wing of Israel's missile defence, calling it a critical layer in Israel's response to recent large-scale Iranian attacks. What Is Israel's Barak Magen? Barak Magen, which means "Lightning Shield" in Hebrew, is Israel's latest naval air defence system. It is a special version of the Barak MX missile defence system, built to protect navy ships from various aerial threats like drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles. The system is deployed on advanced Israeli Navy ships called Sa'ar 6 corvettes. How Barak Magen Works Barak Magen uses a mix of radar, command systems, and a set of smart vertical launchers that can fire different types of missiles. These include short-range, medium-range, and long-range interceptors, all launched straight up from the ship to hit incoming threats from any direction. This gives the system 360-degree coverage and the ability to deal with multiple targets at once. Types Of Missiles Barak Magen Uses Barak MRAD for short and medium ranges (up to 35 km) Barak LRAD for medium to long ranges (up to 70 km). Barak ER for extended ranges (up to 150 km). All these interceptors can be used from the same launcher. Barak Magen: First Trials The first live-fire trial of Barak Magen was conducted in November 2022 aboard the INS Magen, a Sa'ar 6-class warship, according to a report by military intelligence portal Janes. Following that, Israel released a video showing the system successfully launching a missile and destroying a target close to sea level. India's Barak-8 Israel has also worked with India to develop Barak-8, a surface-to-air version of the Barak defence system. This joint project with India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is designed to defend against aircraft, drones, anti-ship missiles, and ballistic missiles. Barak-8 has a range of up to 100 km and can operate at altitudes up to 20 km. Unlike Barak Magen which is specific to naval use, Barak-8 can be deployed from both land and sea platforms.
LBCI
a day ago
- Politics
- LBCI
Israeli navy intercepts eight drones from Iran using new "Lightning Defense" system: Avichay Adraee
The Israeli military said its navy intercepted eight aerial drones launched from Iran overnight, marking the first operational use of the 'Lightning Defense' air defense system. Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced in a post on X. 'For the first time, the 'Lightning Defense' air defense system was used, along with the long-range interceptor missile LRAD,' Adraee said. 'The interceptor missile, which is mounted on a Sa'ar 6 missile ship, is capable of dealing with a variety of threats such as drones, cruise missiles, rocket fire, and surface-to-sea missiles.' According to Adraee, 'During the night hours, the fleet of warships managed to intercept eight aerial drones launched from Iran.' He added that 'since the beginning of the operation, the number of drones intercepted by missile ships has reached about 25, all of which posed a threat to Israeli citizens.' He further noted that 'the missile ships are deployed, in cooperation with the air force, on all fronts and assist in the mission of protecting Israeli airspace.' #عاجل ⭕️لأول مرة تم استخدام نظام الدفاع الجوي "البرق الدفاعي" وصاروخ الاعتراض طويل المدى LRAD. صاروخ الاعتراض الذي تم وضعه على متن سفينة صواريخ… — افيخاي ادرعي (@AvichayAdraee) June 16, 2025
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Sea shield activated: How Israel's navy used India-developed missile tech to stop Iran's drones
Israel confirmed that eight Iranian drones were intercepted by Sa'ar 6-class corvettes using the Barak Magen air defence system , marking its first operational deployment. The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said in a statement: 'The Navy's missile boat flotilla intercepted eight drones launched from Iran. This was the first operational use of the 'Barak Magen' air defence system and the long-range interceptor 'LRAD'.' The attack took place amid continuing hostilities between Israel and Iran, now in their fourth day. Tehran claims the strikes are retaliatory, responding to Israeli operations against Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure. So far, 25 drones have been intercepted by Israeli naval platforms since the escalation began, according to the IDF. Most were downed by the C-Dome system — the naval version of Iron Dome — but Sunday night's interception marked the first combat test of Barak Magen. How Barak Magen works The Barak Magen system is the naval variant of the Barak MX family developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). Integrated on Israel's newest warships, it protects against a range of airborne threats: Live Events Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) Cruise missiles Ballistic missiles Enemy aircraft The system's success on Sunday demonstrates its readiness and reach. It uses a mix of interceptors depending on the threat type and range. The version deployed, Barak LRAD, is designed for engagements up to 70 km, equipped with a dual-pulse motor for high-speed response and precision guidance. The motors are manufactured by Israel's state-owned defence company Tomer. According to the Israeli Ministry of Defence, the LRAD system underwent its final live-fire trials in August 2024, having previously completed a 2022 test from the INS Magen, one of the Sa'ar 6 ships. A video released after that trial showed the missile striking a sea-skimming target in real-time. Israel-Iran Conflict: Strategic shift to Naval defence The Barak Magen system fills a growing need for layered protection at sea — especially as Israel's offshore gas platforms and shipping lanes become increasingly vulnerable. The Sa'ar 6 ships were custom-built for such missions, equipped with EL/M-2248 MF-STAR radar and electro-optical sensors for 360-degree threat tracking. Each ship can operate independently with its own air defence and strike systems. These warships, commissioned between 2020 and 2023 from ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems in Germany, cost around €450 million in total. The fourth and final ship joined the fleet in December 2023, completing Shayetet 3, the Israeli Navy's elite missile boat squadron. In response to rising threats from Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis in Yemen, the Navy stationed this fleet in the Red Sea and eastern Mediterranean to secure Israel's maritime frontlines. Israel-Iran Conflict: Global interest and India's role IAI's Barak system has drawn global buyers, with $1.2 billion in sales already secured. One major partner is India, which co-developed the Barak-8 variant with the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO). This version is used by both countries' navies and air forces to counter a mix of aerial threats, from drones to ballistic missiles. Barak-8 has a shorter maximum range — around 100 km — and has been integrated into several Indian Navy warships. India's Ministry of Defence described it as a 'versatile, sea and land-based shield against airborne threats.' Israel-Iran War: Escalating casualties and civilian impact As tensions rise, civilian casualties have increased on both sides. Israeli emergency services reported four deaths from missile strikes in central Israel on Monday, with residential buildings sustaining damage. Meanwhile, Iran said 224 people had been killed since Friday's attacks began, with dozens injured. Israel's toll stood at 24 dead and over 500 wounded, as of Monday evening. Iran's shift to drone swarms and precision attacks reflects a strategy to stretch Israeli defences. Barak Magen's combat debut signals that Israel is adapting — using high-end naval platforms to plug a critical gap in its layered air defence network. This may be only the beginning. As Israel expands its naval footprint to protect offshore gas fields and shipping corridors, systems like Barak Magen are expected to play a growing role — not just in defence, but as tools of deterrence. The Israeli Navy's interception of eight Iranian drones at sea didn't just stop a strike — it marked a turning point in how Israel plans to fight wars on the maritime front.
