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Arrow 4 Defense System Nears Deployment Amid Global Tensions

2/17/2026

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Boaz Levy, CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), said progress on the Arrow 4 defense system with potential deployment in coming months.
The Arrow 4 is designed to replace the Arrow 2 and may counter hypersonic missiles, amid concerns from Russia and China.
Development began in 2021, but no delivery date has been set.
Levy's remarks come after Iran's missile attacks drew increased scrutiny, raising expectations for the system's readiness.

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Boaz Levy, CEO of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), said progress on the Arrow 4 defense system with potential deployment in coming months.
The Arrow 4 is designed to replace the Arrow 2 and may counter hypersonic missiles, amid concerns from Russia and China.
Development began in 2021, but no delivery date has been set.
Levy's remarks come after Iran's missile attacks drew increased scrutiny, raising expectations for the system's readiness.