Israel's Iron Beam Laser System Declared Operational for Missile and Drone Defense
TL;DR
Israel has successfully completed final tests on its Iron Beam laser air defense system, marking a significant step towards full deployment later this year. The system, effective against rockets, mortars, aircraft, and UAVs, is expected to enhance Israel's multi-layered air defense capabilities and reduce interception costs, positioning Israel as a leader in laser-based military technology.
- Lasers in the field: Iron Beam clears last test before operational use Breaking Defense
- Israeli anti-missile laser system 'Iron Beam' ready for military use this year Reuters
- Israel Says It’s Developed Laser Weapon to Stop Missiles, Drones Bloomberg.com
- Israeli ‘Iron Beam’ defenses ready to hit missiles, drones The Jerusalem Post
- Laser-based ‘Iron Beam’ interception system declared operational The Times of Israel
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