First Operational Use of C-Dome: Israel's Ship-Mounted Defense System
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | First operational deployment of Israel's C-Dome defense system. |
| Date | April 8. |
| Location | Near Eilat, southern Israel. |
| Target | Suspicious aerial target entering Israeli airspace. |
| Threat Source | Yemen's Houthi rebels. |
| System Used | C-Dome, a naval adaptation of the Iron Dome. |
| Platform | Deployed aboard Sa'ar 6-class corvettes. |
| Outcome | Successful interception; no injuries or damage reported. |
| Developer | Rafael Advanced Defence Systems. |
| System Technology | Utilizes interceptor technology similar to the land-based Iron Dome. |