United States try to find more fund for Israeli Iron Dome anti-rockets system

The Pentagon has stepped up efforts to fund Israel's anti-missile shield with the Missile Defense Agency requesting $220 million in fiscal 2014 for Israel's air force to buy more Iron Dome batteries. It's the first time the MDA has specifically sought funds for Iron Dome, developed and built by Haifa's Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, in its annual budget process.

Picture here is the Iron Dome battery in Ashkelon which intercepted approximately 8 rockets and Grad missiles launched from the Gaza Strip since its deployment on April 4th.

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Chief of the Defense Staff of Canadian army visit Israel to strengthen military ties

Thomas Lawson, Chief of the Defense Staff of the Canadian Forces, arrived in Israel on Sunday, April 21, 2013, for talks focusing on "mutual security challenges as well as cooperation between the two militaries," Israel Defense Forces ( IDF) said in a statement.

Thomas Lawson, Chief of the Defense Staff of the Canadian Forces. 

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A fifth Iron Dome air defence system of Israeli Army ready to be used after the last rockets fire

A fifth battery of Israel's Iron Dome missile defense system became operational on Wednesday amid the flare-up of hostilities on the border with the Gaza Strip. Israeli Army Radio reported that the battery and its crew were "fully ready" for interception missions.

The Iron Dome is an effective and innovative mobile defense solution for countering short range rockets and 155 mm artillery shell threats with ranges of up to 70 km in all weather conditions, including low clouds, rain, dust storms or fog.

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Skylark Generation 2 UAV to enter in service with Israeli Army in the next few months

The newest model of the IDF's most advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) – the Skylark – is expected to enter operational use in the coming months. The Skylark – Generation 2 is currently in its final testing stages and is designed for use in the field by infantry battalions in the IDF Ground Forces (With Video).

The Skylark – Generation 2 is currently in its final testing stages and is designed for use in the field by infantry battalions in the IDF Ground Forces.

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Israeli Army will begin integration of Tamnun portable command and control system in March 2013

The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) will begin the integration of the “Tamnun” portable command and control (C2) system in March 2013. The first units to put the system to use will be the intelligence collection units of the IDF Ground Forces. The system includes an encrypted computer and a monitor adapted for operation in harsh terrain conditions.

Modular Tactical System (MTS), a lightweight, wearable and rugged computer system that is integrated into the user’s uniform and equipment, and optimized for dismounted C4ISR.

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Israeli army is integrating new upgraded radar into Patriot air defense missile system.

The IDF's (Israeli Defense Forces) Air Defense Command is integrating an upgraded radar into its Patriot long-range missile defense system, following improvements developed by American defense industries as part of a special program of the U.S. Armed Forces, in conjunction with the IDF.

Israeli army is integrating new upgraded radar into Patriot air defense missile system.

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Successful first flight test of Israeli-made Arrow III ballistic missile interceptor

Israel successfully carried out Monday, February 25, 2013, the first flight test of its Arrow III ballistic missile interceptor, the Israeli Defense Ministry said in a statement. The ministry's Missile Defense Organization and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency jointly conducted the trial from an Israeli range on the Mediterranean coast.

Israeli-made Arrow III ballistic missile interceptor during flight test. (Archive image)

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