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Israel is facing a looming shortage of defense missiles as it struggles to counter relentless attacks from Iran. The country’s renowned Iron Dome and other air defense systems are increasingly failing to intercept Iranian missiles, which have been striking mainland Israel. In response, more than a dozen military cargo planes from the United States and Germany have landed in Israel, carrying critical military equipment and supplies.
According to a report by Middle East Monitor, 14 military cargo planes from the US and Germany have arrived in Israel, as confirmed by the Israeli Defense Ministry. In a statement issued on Thursday, the ministry said these planes are carrying equipment and logistics to bolster the Israeli military’s “operational readiness.” The shipments are part of an air and sea support channel established following Israel’s military operations against Iran, which began on June 13.
The Israeli Defense Ministry further disclosed that over 800 military cargo planes have arrived in Israel since the onset of the conflict in the Gaza Strip on October 7, 2023. However, no detailed information has been released regarding the specific types of equipment delivered. Neither the United States nor Germany has issued any official comments on the matter as of yet.
The conflict between Iran and Israel escalated on June 13, when Israel launched airstrikes targeting Iran’s military and nuclear facilities. In retaliation, Iran responded with missile attacks. According to Israeli authorities, at least 25 people have been killed and over 100 injured in Iran’s attacks. Meanwhile, Iranian media reports claim that Israeli strikes have resulted in 639 deaths and more than 1,300 injuries.
Iran’s missile attacks have exposed vulnerabilities in Israel’s defense systems,MR with missiles bypassing the Iron Dome and other defenses to strike key cities, including Tel Aviv. The military support from the US and Germany has become crucial for Israel as it seeks to address these challenges and strengthen its defenses amid the ongoing conflict.
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