Israel has conducted a major joint air-defence exercise integrating the Iron Beam laser system with the Iron Dome interceptor network, marking a significant step toward a layered defence against drones, cruise missiles, rockets and future ballistic missile threats. Officials say the drill tested coordinated engagements under complex battlefield conditions following lessons from the 2026 Iran war. The Defence Ministry plans to expand Iron Beam deployment as lasers promise dramatically lower interception costs compared to conventional missiles. Could this new laser shield redefine Israel's air defence strategy and prepare it for the next large-scale missile confrontation in the Middle East? Watch the full report.
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