Posted on 07/28/2019 5:46:19 PM PDT by Roman_War_Criminal
In the face of Irans continued development of long-range missiles, Israel and the United States completed a series of tests of the long-range Arrow 3 ballistic missile defense system at the Pacific Spaceport Complex-Alaska (PSCA) in Kodiak, Alaska, which included the successful interception of an enemy target.
The series of tests over the course of 10 days saw three successful interceptions. It was the first time that such a test took place outside of Israel. The successful test was attended by Israels ambassador to the US, Ron Dermer.
The system was tested against targets similar in behavior to advanced ballistic missiles being developed by Iran, and against future threats that Israel may face. Israel and the US remain concerned that Iran has continued to work on both its nuclear program as well as its ballistic missile program, despite international criticism.
(Excerpt) Read more at jpost.com ...
Ping.
Always have a shield to go along with your sword.
Thank You Army Air Corps.
Alaska Ping.
With Israel being the chosen country and people, God was likely there as well.
Sounds good.
Hope this defense system can also speak North Korean as well as Iranian...
During my first tour at State, my wife was the Arrow Field Office Manager.
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