Israel Deploys First Nationwide Iron Beam Laser Defense System
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Laser weapons offer benefits like low cost and rapid engagement but cannot replace missiles due to limitations in range, atmospheric interference, line-of-sight constraints, and platform integration. Instead, they are seen as complementary tools within layered defense systems for specific roles.
Topics:world#defense#defense-technology#laser-weapons#long-range-strike#missiles#short-range-defense
- Why laser weapons cannot replace missiles on the modern battlefield WION
- Defense Ministry hands IDF first combat-ready Iron Beam laser interception system The Times of Israel
- Israel deploys Iron Beam laser defense system nationwide The Jerusalem Post
- Rafael Delivers First Production Iron Beam System Aviation Week Network
- Israel deploys first laser air defense system Iron Beam Haaretz
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