Iron Dome’s Price: $50,000 Per Shot
On June 13, 2025, Iran launched Operation True Promise III—firing over 100 ballistic and hypersonic missiles at Israel in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. But beyond the explosions, the assault revealed a deeper challenge: economics.
While Iran’s rockets cost as little as $5,000 each, Israel relied on interceptors like Iron Dome’s Tamir missiles—each costing between $20,000 and $150,000. Estimates suggest Israel spent over $100 million in a single night defending against a barrage that cost Iran a fraction of that.
This report breaks down the financial strain of high-tech air defense, the vulnerabilities exposed in Israel’s multilayered shield, and what it means for the future of deterrence in the region.
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Credit to : APT
