The US and Israel successfully carried out a long range missile interceptor tests above the atmosphere in Alaska.

This was the first time the weapons system intercepted a missile simulating a ballistic one. The Israeli Defense Ministry said the weapons system successfully demonstrated hit-to-kill interception.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tweeted about the successful tests on Sunday.

During three recent tests in Alaska, the Arrow 3 intercepted ballistic missiles beyond the atmosphere at unprecedented altitudes and speeds. Perfect execution! I would like to express my deep and strong appreciation to the United States for advancing our joint security. 🇮🇱🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/HTFnYFXGIs — Benjamin Netanyahu (@netanyahu) July 28, 2019

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The US and Israel carried out three independent tests of the system.