Thursday, 16 July 2009

Pacific test will determine Arrow's ability to intercept Iranian missiles close to launch

DEBKAfile Special Report

July 15, 2009, 6:21 PM (GMT+02:00)

Arrow test launch

Arrow test launch

In a few days, the Israeli anti-missile Arrow system will face the first real test, weather permitting, of its ability to knock out an Iranian Shehab-3 or Sejil II ballistic missile at the outset of its flight toward Israel, DEBKAfile's military sources report. The test will take place off central California's Pacific coast where the Arrow can show its full potential - unlike the restricted conditions of the Mediterranean. 
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DEBKA-Net-Weekly: Obama fails to allay American Jewish, Israeli fears

DEBKA-Net-Weekly Exclusive Report

July 15, 2009, 12:36 PM (GMT+02:00)

US president Barack Obama invited a wide range of American Jewish leaders to the White House Tuesday in view of the importance he attaches to winning their community's support for his Middle East and Israel policies.

But, according to DEBKA-Net-Weekly's Washington sources, he failed to put their or Israel's concerns to rest.

Our coming issue out Friday explains why, along with many other exclusive disclosures.

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