Israel Tests Massive Inflatable Missile Detection System

Israel Tests Massive Inflatable Missile Detection System
Rockets are launched from the Gaza Strip to Israel, on May 17, 2021. Hatem Moussa/AP Photo
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JERUSALEM—Israel said Wednesday it has begun testing a massive inflatable missile detection system designed to hover at high altitudes and detect long-range threats.

Israel already boasts an array of sophisticated missile defenses, which were used successfully during the 11-day Gaza war this year.