Israel Successfully Deploys C-Dome for First Time Against Drone

The C-Dome naval defense system intercepted a drone near Eilat, marking its first operational use.

Israel's C-Dome naval defense system successfully intercepted a drone near Eilat, demonstrating its first operational use.
The drone, believed to be launched from Iraq, approached Israeli airspace from the east, triggering sirens in Eilat.
The C-Dome system uses the same interceptor missiles as the Iron Dome, highlighting Israel's multi-tier air defense capabilities.
Israeli missile boats, including Sa'ar 6-class corvettes equipped with C-Dome, have been deployed in the Red Sea to counter regional threats.
The interception comes amid increased tensions and attacks in the region, with Israel's air defenses being tested by a surge in attacks since the outbreak of its military campaign in Gaza.