The Unexpected Truth About Iron Dome and Iranian Missiles

How has Iran managed to breach Israel’s Iron Dome air defence system? For many years, Israel’s multilayered air defence system has repelled missile attacks from Hamas and Hezbollah. Dozens of Iranian missiles broke through Israel’s Iron Dome and layered defense systems, resulting in deaths, injuries, and significant damage to critical infrastructure. 2 days ago · The Iron Dome system, developed by Israel with substantial U.S. Funding, has long been marketed as one of the most advanced missile defense technologies in the world. Israel’s launch of air attacks against Iran on Friday prompted Tehran to fire a wave of retaliatory strikes on Israel, and some Iranian ballistic missiles have pierced through Israel’s missile. Since Israel’s initial unprecedented attack on Iran began Friday, Tehran has retaliated with at least 370 ballistic missiles. Israel has largely maintained control of its airspace due to the. While Israeli officials claim that 90% of Iranian missiles have been intercepted since June 13, reports indicate that Israel’s defenses are being overwhelmed, with the long-touted Iron Dome. The escalating conflict following Israel's surprise attack on Iran on 13 June, has revealed gaps in Israel's Iron Dome defense. The waves of retaliatory strikes from Iran has seen some of Iran ' s ballistic missiles pierce the missile defence system to hit key targets. 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. 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. Israeli analysts believe Iran is using highly accurate weapons like the Haj Qasem missile — named after the late IRGC commander killed by the US—and may be saving its heaviest hitters for later.