Iron Beam

Israel, US to accelerate production of Iron Dome, Iron Beam laser, David's Sling missiles

Amid concerns Israel could run out of Iron Dome interceptors and be left defenseless, the government announced it will accelerate the deployment of the Iron Beam system.

The Iron Beam laser defense system has shot down dozens of aerial threats during the war May 28, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump attends a press conference with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer (not pictured) at Chequers at the conclusion of a state visit on September 18, 2025 in Aylesbury, England.

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The Iron Beam laser defense system has shot down dozens of aerial threats during the war May 28, 2025

What does it mean IDF’s laser will be fully deployed within four months? - explainer

 ‘THERE IS no feeling like saving lives.’ IDF St.-Sgt.-Maj. A. told the ‘Post’ in a recent exclusive interview that his time on the laser team protecting the country with this game-changing system has been ‘incredible.’ Here, IDF soldiers stand alongside the laser defense system.

'Incredible pride': 'Post' talks to IDF laser operator on cutting-edge defense of Israel


Iron Beam laser’s speed could mute sirens, end most runs to bomb shelters

According to Rafael, a major advantage of its lasers is that they can shoot down enemy rockets and drones much earlier in the threat process.

  Iron Beam, Iron Beam M, and Lite Beam.

Historic breakthrough: IDF reveals Iron Beam-like laser defense shot down dozens of aerial threats

The Iron Beam is the most advanced, operational laser in the world, though England, the US, and others have relatively advanced lasers.

The Iron Beam laser defense system has shot down dozens of aerial threats during the war May 28, 2025

Katz confirms Iron Beam defense laser to be operational within several months

The Iron Beam is a ground-based high-power laser air defense system designed to counter short- to mid-range aerial threats, including rockets and mortars.

 An Israeli-made laser system, which aims to intercept incendiary balloons launched by Palestinians across the frontier from the Gaza Strip, is presented to the media, in southern Israel, near the Israel-Gaza border August 30, 2020.

Is Israel's Iron Beam the world's most powerful laser defense system?

What is the system, and what are its advantages and disadvantages, and does it constitute the future of Israel's air defenses?

 An Israeli-made laser system, which aims to intercept incendiary balloons launched by Palestinians across the frontier from the Gaza Strip, is presented to the media, in southern Israel, near the Israel-Gaza border August 30, 2020.

Iron Beam bolstered: Israel expands laser defense with NIS two billion deal

Elbit stated that the contract was awarded to the company to supply Israel's Iron Beam air defense system with high-power laser systems.

 An Israeli-made laser system, which aims to intercept incendiary balloons launched by Palestinians across the frontier from the Gaza Strip, is presented to the media, in southern Israel, near the Israel-Gaza border August 30, 2020.

Rafael to unveil short range laser defense for ground force

Trophy system has protected ground vehicles for years, but now has new capabilities

 Lite Beam 250. (Illustrative)

Israel's Iron Beam laser air-defense operational next year, Rafael CEO confirms

Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is making waves with its groundbreaking Iron Beam laser air defense system, which is set to enter operational service next year.

 US President Joe Biden attend a briefing on the Israel's Iron Dome and Iron Beam Air Defense Systems at the Ben Gurion International Airport in Lod, July 13, 2022

Israel needs Jewish lasers to beat Hezbollah – yes, we have one - opinion

I need those Jewish space lasers to be real. Because if Israel goes to war with Lebanon using the same methods we used in Gaza, we will lose. But Israelis have been working on just that.

 REP. MARJORIE TAYLOR GREEN (R – Georgia).

IDF has hit 15,000 targets in Gaza since start of war

It's still unclear the scope of Hamas's defeat as more information comes out.

 Smoke rises over Gaza as seen from Southern Israel, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian group Hamas, November 10, 2023.

Voices from the Arab press: Sudan enters a dark tunnel

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

 GATHERING AT the station to flee clashes in Sudan’s capital of Khartoum, April 19.

Iran testing drones on Ukrainian civilians for future use on Israel -Ukraine

"Today hundreds of Iranian drones are undergoing 'test runs' on our land, killing civilians," said the Ukrainian Defense Ministry.

A drone is launched during a military exercise in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on August 25, 2022.