When Iran launched its massive missile and drone attack on Israel in April 2024, 170 drones, more than 30 cruise missiles, and over 120 ballistic missiles, the world watched in awe as Israel's defense systems and its allies intercepted 99% of them.According to Reuters, analysts estimated the cost of that defense at around $1 billion. Commentators were quick to lament the expense, as if protecting a nation from destruction could be reduced to a financial balance sheet.While Israel was condemned