Eilat Defense Cost — Israel in the Iran War
8 strike events, 21 munitions, ~$160.0M defense cost. Defense: Iron Dome + Patriot.
Overview
Eilat sits in a critical position in the Iran conflict theater. Southern approach via Red Sea. Houthi targeting from 1,600+ km. The primary threats to this location include Houthi cruise missiles + drones from Yemen.
Impact Analysis
Strike Activity HIGH
8 recorded strike events with 21 total munitions employed. Weapon systems used: Fattah-2 HGV, Toufan-2 ballistic, C-802 AShM + Shahed-136, Toufan ASCM + drone, Toufan ASCM + Shahed-136. Attacking forces: Iran, Houthi.
Defense Infrastructure MODERATE
Active defense layers: Iron Dome + Patriot. Estimated interceptor consumption: 32 rounds at ~$160.0M total cost. This contributes to the broader interceptor depletion crisis affecting coalition forces.
Threat Profile HIGH
Primary threats: Houthi cruise missiles + drones from Yemen. The cost-exchange ratio for defending this location is driven by the mix of incoming threats — cheap drones force expensive interceptor use, while MRBMs require high-end systems like THAAD and Arrow.
Outlook
Eilat remains a high-priority location in the conflict. Continued defense at current intercept rates will accelerate local interceptor depletion. See the full interceptor burn rate analysis at missilestrikes.com/interceptor-depletion/ for system-level projections.
Key Takeaways
- 8 strike events recorded in the Eilat area
- 21 total munitions employed
- Defense layers: Iron Dome + Patriot
- Estimated defense cost: ~$160.0M
- Threat profile: Houthi cruise missiles + drones from Yemen
Frequently Asked Questions
How many missile strikes have hit Eilat?
8 recorded strike events in the Eilat area during Operation Epic Fury, with 21 total munitions employed. Weapon types include: Fattah-2 HGV, Toufan-2 ballistic, C-802 AShM + Shahed-136, Toufan ASCM + drone, Toufan ASCM + Shahed-136.
What air defense protects Eilat?
Eilat is protected by Iron Dome + Patriot. Southern approach via Red Sea. Houthi targeting from 1,600+ km.
How much does it cost to defend Eilat?
An estimated 32 interceptors have been consumed defending Eilat, at approximately $160.0M. The actual cost depends on the specific interceptor-threat matchup — see missilestrikes.com/cost-analysis/ for detailed cost-exchange ratios.