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Israel Tests 'Iron Dome' Anti-Rocket System But May Not Use It.

By IsraelNationalNews.com

The IDF has tested an anti-rocket missile system being designed to intercept and destroy short-range enemy rockets, despite doubts that Israel will continue the $200 million project.

The 'Iron Dome' ("Kipat Barzel" in Hebrew) system developed by the Rafael Military Industries, Ltd. passed muster, but may be scrapped due to its late delivery date. Although the system was approved a year ago, it is not expected to be ready for action until 2010.

That's not soon enough for Defense Minister Ehud Barak, who has insisted Israel not surrender any more land to the Palestinian Authority before an anti-missile system is in place. The increasing ...

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