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Israel Unveils Iron Beam: Game-Changer for Missile Defense

12/28/2025

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Israel's Defense Ministry has officially deployed the Iron Beam laser air defense system to bolster its missile defense network.
The high-energy laser targets drones, rockets, and mortars at a fraction of the cost of traditional systems.
Defense officials say Iron Beam focuses on short-range threats and complements Iron Dome.
U.S. military officials expect Iron Beam to influence future missile defense strategies.

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Israel's Defense Ministry has officially deployed the Iron Beam laser air defense system to bolster its missile defense network.
The high-energy laser targets drones, rockets, and mortars at a fraction of the cost of traditional systems.
Defense officials say Iron Beam focuses on short-range threats and complements Iron Dome.
U.S. military officials expect Iron Beam to influence future missile defense strategies.