Israel ups production of Arrow interceptors, but Iran is making missiles even faster

If the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran resumes, the month-long cease-fire hasn't been enough to replenish stocks. Israel's secret weapon: the dozens of members of the ultra-Orthodox community helping make Arrows

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An Arrow missile taking off. Interceptors ordered a year ago are being supplied today. Credit: Defense Ministry

If the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran resumes, the month-long cease-fire hasn't been enough to replenish stocks. Israel's secret weapon: the dozens of members of the ultra-Orthodox community helping make Arrows

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03:14 AM • May 04 2026 IDT

U.S. President Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric in recent days increases the likelihood that the Americans will soon resume the war on Iran – with Tehran restarting its ballistic-missile barrages on Israel.

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