On October 7, Hamas launched a surprise rocket attack from Gaza towards Israel, reigniting the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The Iron Dome missile defense system, crucial for intercepting these rockets, has been tested repeatedly since the attack. Despite claims of a 90% success rate, experts question its effectiveness, noting it does not deter Hamas and is costly to maintain, relying heavily on US funding. Concerns about regional escalation, particularly involving Hezbollah, add to the tension, with significant casualties reported in both Gaza and Israel. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)