Iron Dome achieved a major success, intercepting 30% of Iranian missiles.

According to the latest statistics, Israel's Iron Dome air defense system has made a significant impact, intercepting 30% of Iran's ballistic missiles.

For three consecutive nights, from June 14th to June 14th, the Israeli sky was illuminated by streaks of Iranian ballistic missiles, with more than 200 projectiles targeting political and military objectives across the country. Photo: @ The Independent.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that their multi-layered air defense network, thanks to a sophisticated combination of advanced technology, has engaged and intercepted the majority of threats. Among the systems deployed is Iron Dome. Photo: @RNZ.

However, what many observers fail to grasp is the remarkable achievement of the Iron Dome system: Although designed to counter short-range missiles, not ballistic missiles, Iron Dome has played a crucial role in neutralizing 20 to 30 percent of Iran's ballistic missile arsenal. Photo: @MiddleEastEye.

This unexpected success stems from years of development and technological upgrades, and it also highlights a major misunderstanding about the capabilities of the Iron Dome system and its place within Israel's defense structure. Photo: @The Hollywood Reporter.

The Iron Dome was first deployed in 2011, created to protect Israeli communities from the constant missile attacks by Hamas and Hezbollah. Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems with significant financial support from the US, the system is designed to intercept unguided missiles with a range of 4 to 70 km, such as the Qassam and Grad missile variants often fired from Gaza. Photo: @Wikipedia.

Its core components include the EL/M-2084 radar, manufactured by Israel Aerospace Industries, which detects and tracks incoming threats; a combat management and control unit that calculates trajectories and prioritizes targets; and the highly agile and maneuverable Tamir interceptor missile, designed to detonate near its target, destroying it with a fragmentation warhead. Photo: @Brittannica.

Since its launch, the Iron Dome has achieved a reported success rate of over 90% against thousands of missiles, saving countless lives and solidifying its reputation as a marvel of Israeli defense technology. Photo: @BreakingDefense.

However, the system's initial successes paved the way for a public misconception that persists to this day. Many believe that Iron Dome is a comprehensive solution to all airborne threats. In reality, the system was never intended to counter ballistic missiles. Photo: @Axios.

Unlike the relatively slow, low-flying missiles fired by insurgent groups, ballistic missiles like Iran's Shahab-3 or Zolfaghar travel at hypersonic speeds, often exceeding Mach 5, and follow high-arc trajectories that can reach extraterrestrial altitudes. Their range extends hundreds or even thousands of kilometers, and their ability to carry heavy or maneuverable warheads makes them a threat far beyond the Iron Dome's original design capabilities. To address these issues, Israel relies on other systems such as Arrow 2 and Arrow 3, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries and Boeing. Together, they form a multi-layered defense network, each system tailored to a specific threat profile. Photo: @Missilery.

Over the past decade, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and its partners have quietly refined Iron Dome, expanding the system's capabilities through a series of upgrades reflecting Israel's anticipation of evolving threats in the region. The EL/M-2084 radar, an advanced active electronically scanned array, has been improved with software enhancements enabling faster detection and tracking of high-speed targets. Photo: @CNN.

These upgrades allow radar to distinguish between predictable missile trajectories and the more complex flight paths of tactical ballistic missiles, such as those with a range of up to 300 km. The Tamir interceptor missile has also evolved, with modifications to its propulsion and guidance systems that increase maneuverability and allow it to strike targets in the terminal phase, just before impact. These changes, while not transforming Iron Dome into a dedicated ballistic missile defense system, have given it significant capabilities in countering a number of ballistic threats, particularly those with lower speeds or less sophisticated trajectories. Photo: @AP.

Perhaps the most significant step forward is the integration of Iron Dome into Israel's broader air defense network. No longer operating in isolation, the system shares real-time data with the Arrow, David's Sling, and even US Navy systems equipped with SM-3 interceptor missiles. This network approach is supported by advanced command and control systems, enabling seamless coordination and ensuring that each threat is assigned to the most appropriate interceptor. Photo: @CNN.

The first night of Iran's retaliatory attack provided a real-world test of these advances on the Iron Dome. As missiles launched from Iranian territory hurtled toward Israel, the Israeli Defense Forces' air defense command faced an unprecedented challenge. The attack consisted of a mix of Shahab-3 missiles, with a range of up to 2,000 km, and shorter-range, precision-guided Zolfaghar variants. The Israeli Defense Forces reported that the multi-layered defense network intercepted approximately 80 to 90 percent of the missiles aimed at densely populated or strategic areas, a figure confirmed by independent analysts. Photo: @C4ISRNet.

However, the most notable contribution is that of the Iron Dome. Although its primary role is intercepting short-range missiles, the system successfully neutralized 20 to 30 percent of ballistic missiles flying into Israeli airspace, particularly those targeting urban centers such as Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Rishon-LeZion. While this performance may not be massive, it demonstrates the system's adaptability, as it works in conjunction with Arrow and David's Sling to minimize damage and casualties. Photo: @Vox.

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