The Defense Ministry announced on Sunday the delivery of the first operational high-power laser interception system developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., dubbed “Iron Beam,” to the Israel ...

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Israel is preparing to deploy one of the world’s first combat-ready laser air-defense systems, marking a historic shift in how nations defend against rockets, drones and missiles — and a sign that ...

The first operational high-power laser interception system, dubbed “Iron Beam,” has been delivered to the Israel Defense Forces from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, the Israeli Defense Ministry ...

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Israel’s Defense Ministry on Wednesday said it completed the development of a powerful laser weapon that will become operational by the end of the year to bolster the country’s multi-level air ...

JERUSALEM, Sept 17 (Reuters) - A low-cost, high-power laser-based system aimed at destroying incoming missiles has successfully completed testing and will be ready for operational use by the military ...

Israel declared that its “Iron Beam” laser defense system is fully operational and ready for use. It represents the first operational defense laser to be deployed by a nation facing immediate threats.

Cheaper than advanced air defenses and more versatile than low-tech options, lasers have become a popular choice for nations worried about drone attacks. By Lara Jakes Lara Jakes frequently writes ...

A quadcopter drone burns after being hit by a laser weapon system at Camp Roberts, California, Feb. 6, 2025. (Dan Linehan/U.S. Navy) The U.S. Army aims to produce up to 20 high-energy laser weapons to ...

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