Israel claims successful test on new missile system
With U.S. backing, Israel has over the last decade developed a multi-layer air shield made up of the Arrow ballistic missile interceptor, the mid-altitude David's Sling interceptor and Iron Dome, which shoots down short-range rockets and mortar shells.
A video distributed by the Defence Ministry showed interceptor missiles being fired at targets simulating cruise and ballistic missiles.
In a related briefing a senior Israeli official also said that Israel could be open to future cooperation on missile defence with Gulf Arab states that share its concerns over Iran.
