Australia considers Iron Dome-style interceptors for air defence shield
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Australia is evaluating Israeli interceptors and the US Patriot system to build a ground-based missile defence shield by the early 2030s.
SBS News reported that Australia is considering purchasing missile interceptors developed for Israel's Iron Dome to rapidly build an air defence shield, officials told a parliamentary committee on Thursday. [1]
The Australian Defence Force will make formal recommendations to government next year after a competitive selection process linked to the 2027 Talisman Sabre war game. [1]
Discussions also cover the US Patriot system; truck-mounted interceptors were tested by US Marines in Guam in June. [1]
Drone incursions over defence bases rose from 19 incidents in 2022 to 204 last year, prompting security concerns. [1]
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- Australia considering Iron Dome-style interceptor purchase for air defence shield
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