Cúpula de Hierro

Cúpula de Hierro (Iron Dome) is an Israeli defense system. It is newsworthy due to recent events involving missile attacks from Iran on Israeli cities like Arad and Dimona, resulting in casualties and damage. These attacks have led to concerns about a potential war of attrition with Iran, prompting Israel to ration its interceptor missiles. The system's effectiveness and the cost of its interceptors are under scrutiny. Furthermore, there were reports, later denied, that Volkswagen was considering partnering with Rafael Advanced Defence Systems, an Israeli defense company, to manufacture trucks and launchers for the Cúpula de Hierro. The system's role in Israel's national security and defense strategy is currently highly relevant, especially given the ongoing tensions with Iran and the focus on 'resistance economy' and national security emphasized by Iranian leadership.