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Israel Unveils Iron Beam Laser Amid Ongoing Drone Threats

3/9/2026

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Israel has reportedly deployed the Iron Beam laser weapon designed to intercept drones and rockets, though not yet used operationally.
The Israeli Defense Forces maintain a policy of ambiguity about their interception capabilities and the weapons used against them.
Experts note limitations of laser weapons, including dwell time and environmental factors that hinder performance.
Iran has launched more than 600 ballistic missiles and 1,500 drones at Israel.

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Story summary

Israel has reportedly deployed the Iron Beam laser weapon designed to intercept drones and rockets, though not yet used operationally.
The Israeli Defense Forces maintain a policy of ambiguity about their interception capabilities and the weapons used against them.
Experts note limitations of laser weapons, including dwell time and environmental factors that hinder performance.
Iran has launched more than 600 ballistic missiles and 1,500 drones at Israel.