During the latest conflict with Hamas, Israel's Iron Dome missile defenses became well known, around the world.
Iron Dome is however only meant to target short range missiles.
To further protect Israel, they have developed David's Sling to protect them from mid range missiles.
David's Sling has a range of twenty-five to two hundred miles.
It was created in a joint effort between Israel's Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and US contractor Raytheon, who call it the Magic Wand.
Goals are for Israel's Sling to be fully operational by 2014.
In 2016, Israel expects it's Arrow long range missile defense system to be ready to go, as well.
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