European leaders are planning a $4.3 billion Iron Dome-style defense system

Wed, 05/22/2024 - 08:18

An image shows the flight path of missiles from the Iron Dome, diverting to hit mortar and missile shots coming in from Gaza, over a town at night. Some rockets are shown to have exploded as evidenced by bright debris raining down. — Israel's Iron Dome defence system in action over the city of Netivot in southern Israel on October 8, 2023.
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European nations say they're planning a $4.3 billion joint air and missile defense system.
Creating an Iron Dome similar to Israel's 'is necessary," Poland's PM Donald Tusk said.
The European Sky Shield Initiative involves 21 countries and aims to enhance NATO's defenses.

European countries are preparing to reveal plans for a $4.3 billion Iron Dome-style air and missile defense system, Poland's prime minister announced on Monday.