1. Israel, US successfully test ballistic missile interceptors
• The Israeli and US defence ministries said, they have successfully tested ballistic missile interceptors deployed at Israeli airbases. The tests came a day after the latest deadly exchange of fire between Israel and Iranian forces operating in Syria.
• The Arrow 3 interceptor system, designed to shoot down missiles above the atmosphere, was deployed at air force bases across Israel two years ago.
• A Defence ministry statement said, Arrow 3, launched toward the target and successfully completed its mission, is intended to serve as Israel`s highest-altitude missile interception system. It said, it is a major milestone in the operational capabilities of Israel and its ability to defend itself against current and future threats in the region.
• With this, Israel has vowed to prevent Iran from entrenching itself in neighbouring Syria. Israel`s Arrow system has been partly financed by the United States.