Arrow-3

Israel successfully tests improved Arrow system as defense upgrades accelerate

Since its inception in the 1980’s, the development of the program has been led by the Defense Ministry, through the IMDO and Directorate of Defense Research & Development (DDR&D).

 VISITORS VIEW a model of the Arrow 3 interceptor missile on display at an aerospace conference in Jerusalem.
An IAI (Israel Aerospace Industries) sign at the Singapore Airshow at Changi Exhibition Centre, in Singapore, February 3, 2026.

Israel Aerospace Industries names former IDF Brig-Gen. as new CEO, pending gov't approval

The German Air Force presents the initial capability of the "Arrow Weapon System for Germany" in Annaburg, Germany, December 3, 2025.

Germany expands missile defense network with second Israeli Arrow 3 site

The Defense Ministry conducted a joint drill in which the Iron Beam laser defense and the Iron Dome interceptor-based defense systems were used together to combat a multi-threat scenario. June 29, 2026.

Iron Beam, Iron Dome combine forces in Defense Ministry drill


Should Iran be afraid of Israel's long-range attack capabilities? - analysis

In the event of an all-out war, the damage Israel will cause to those countries that attack it is tens of times greater than their ability to harm Israel.

 The Iron Dome air defense missile systems is seen during operational trials conducted following the conclusion Operation Shield and Arrow on May 14, 2023

Arrow intercepts missile in Red Sea headed towards Eilat

The Israeli military earlier said its "Arrow" aerial defense system had intercepted a surface-to-surface missile in the Red Sea area on Friday.

 AN ARROW 3 ballistic missile interceptor is seen during its test launch near Ashdod in 2015.

Raytheon tests new kill vehicle to destroy ballistic missile in space

The US defense industry firm Raytheon's exoatmospheric kill vehicle (EKV) was successful in a test to destroy a ballistic missile in space, similar to Israel's Arrow-3.

 Interception of EKV

The new weapon systems Israel is using to battle Hamas in Gaza

Missiles intercepted in space, suicide drones, accurate mortar shells and AI target banks

 The Arrow 3 air defense system, used for the first time on November 9, 2023, to intercept a missile fired at Eilat by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen.

Israel, Germany finalize Arrow 3 missile defense deal sale

This was the final milestone in a process dating back years with a variety of delays and ups and downs from Israel, Germany, and the US.

 Arrow air defense system

Israel downing Houthi missile is first instance of space warfare

The Arrow system was developed by Israel Aerospace Industries in conjunction with the Israeli and US defense establishments.

 Arrow air defense system

Israel's Arrow intercepts Hamas missile launched from Gaza

Previous missile launches from Yemen by the Houthis were intercepted over the Red Sea by previous Arrow system launches.

 Arrow air defense system

Did Israel's Arrow missile interception transform the Middle East? - analysis

Iron Dome has gotten most of the media coverage for the last decade, but the Arrow is the top tier of Israel's missile shield.

 AN ARROW 3 ballistic missile interceptor is seen during its test launch near Ashdod in 2015.

Israel's defense minister signs historic Arrow 3 deal with Germany

The deal is worth approximately $4 billion and includes a wide variety of technological infrastructure.

Israel, US carry out successful test of Arrow-3 missile over Alaska

Israel and US conduct joint training on air defenses

During the joint exercise, the Israeli side activated all of the multi-layered defense systems that Israel uses.

 The Iron Dome air defense missile systems is seen during operational trials conducted following the conclusion Operation Shield and Arrow on May 14, 2023