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Israel Enhances Defense with David's Sling Against Iranian Missiles

2/11/2026

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Israel's Defense Ministry completed advanced tests of the David’s Sling system, boosting defense against Iranian missile threats.
The tests drew on lessons from the June 2025 war and showed strong performance against various aerial threats.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israeli prime minister) emphasized action to curb Iran's ballistic-missile program, an existential threat.
Iran continues missile production, with Tehran resisting limits and reports it could reach 8,000 missiles per year.

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Story summary

Israel's Defense Ministry completed advanced tests of the David’s Sling system, boosting defense against Iranian missile threats.
The tests drew on lessons from the June 2025 war and showed strong performance against various aerial threats.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israeli prime minister) emphasized action to curb Iran's ballistic-missile program, an existential threat.
Iran continues missile production, with Tehran resisting limits and reports it could reach 8,000 missiles per year.