Hezbollah Strikes Key Israeli Radar of Iron Dome with Iranian Almas Missile

Hezbollah Strikes Key Israeli Radar of Iron Dome with Iranian Almas Missile
Hezbollah released a video on April 18 2024 showing the destruction of an Israeli EL/M-2084 radar, a key component of the Iron Dome missile defense system. The attack, which occurred at the Meron military base, was carried out using the Iranian-made heavy anti-tank guided missile "Almas-3," according to observers. However, it is suggested that since the Almas-3 can be launched from a vehicle or UAV, the missile used might have been an Almas-2 or Almas-1.
The EL/M-2084 is an advanced multi-mission AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radar developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and its subsidiary, ELTA Systems. It plays a critical role in Israel's multi-layered defense network, mainly for detection and tracking duties within the Iron Dome system, which intercepts short-range rockets and artillery shells. The radar provides high-resolution detection and tracking of both aerial and surface targets, managing multiple threats simultaneously, making it effective in dense threat environments. It operates on the S-band frequency, ensuring robust performance under adverse weather conditions and clutter.
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