The Critical Question: Can Iron Dome Withstand a Massive Iranian Attack?

There's a specific kind of math that could determine just how much longer the war can go — how many long-range missiles Iran has versus how many missile interceptors Israel has to shoot them down. For many years, Israel’s multilayered air defence system has repelled missile attacks from Hamas and Hezbollah. Two experts explain how Iranian missiles have broken through. Iran retaliated by launching a wave of missiles at Israel, with footage showing some striking residential buildings in Tel Aviv and others being intercepted by the Iron Dome. How has Iran managed to pierce through Israel’s air defence systems? Hypersonic missiles, among other techniques, can trick air defence systems. As the intensity of Iran ’s missile attacks escalates, Israel must confront the pressing question of whether its Iron Dome and Arrow systems are sufficient to protect against a new wave of sophisticated threats. Over the last eight days, Israel's much-acclaimed air defence system, the Iron Dome , has been tested like never before against multiple waves of Iranian missiles. Israel's Iron Dome , a critical component of its air defense, has been lauded for protecting against short-range threats like rockets from Hamas. However, a massive Iranian missile and drone attack in June 2025 has sparked debate about its effectiveness. In recent days, amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran , some superficial observers have rushed to question the effectiveness of Israel’s missile defense systems—particularly Iron Dome , David’s Sling, and Arrow. The famed Iron Dome defence system is under it’s greatest ever threat as Iran sends hundreds of missiles and drones into the sky intent on delivering maximum carnage within Israel. Israel’s air defense against Iran , explained Israeli officials this week reported an interception success rate of more than 90 percent.