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Israel Boosts Defense with Laser Interceptors and Arrow Upgrades

1/22/2026

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Israel expands air and missile defenses, prioritizing laser interception and upgrades to the ballistic-missile shield.
Danny Gold, head of the Directorate of Defense Research & Development, plans to adapt the Iron Beam laser interceptor for deployment on vehicles and helicopters.
Israel is upgrading its Arrow system, with Arrow-4 set for live trials soon, while officials seek greater self-sufficiency to reduce reliance on U.S. defense grants and mitigate embargo risks.

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Israel expands air and missile defenses, prioritizing laser interception and upgrades to the ballistic-missile shield.
Danny Gold, head of the Directorate of Defense Research & Development, plans to adapt the Iron Beam laser interceptor for deployment on vehicles and helicopters.
Israel is upgrading its Arrow system, with Arrow-4 set for live trials soon, while officials seek greater self-sufficiency to reduce reliance on U.S. defense grants and mitigate embargo risks.