Iron Beam
Israel’s Iron Beam laser set to change regional defense dynamics - analysis
Iron Beam’s entry into service marks a shift in Israel’s air defense doctrine, offering low-cost interceptions that could alter the military balance and Israel’s position in global arms markets.
‘Do not mess with us,’ - Herzog issues stern warning to Israel's enemies
Iranian satellites, Iron Beam launches - December 28, 2025
Defense Ministry rolls out Iron Beam laser air defense system across Israel
Israel Iron Beam shows world defense importance to win wars, even over offensive - editorial
The Jewish state, born in the shadow of history’s worst vulnerability, is now defending itself with light. This laser does not seize territory. It intercepts trajectories.
Israel’s defense echelon failed to secure critical sites during Iran war, comptroller charges
Some critical Israeli sites were struck by Iranian ballistic missiles during the war, including Beersheba's medical center, the Haifa Bazan oil refinery, and the Weizmann Institute of Science.
Israel set to fully deploy 'game-changing, cutting-edge' Iron Beam laser system this month
Israel will fully deploy the Iron Beam on December 30, introducing a laser system designed to intercept drones, rockets, missiles, and mortars at high speed.
'Defense-Tech Nation': Israel prepares new spectrum of weapons for next Iran war
Defense Ministry's Amir Baram warned that "Iran's rapid force buildup in air defense and ballistic missile capabilities" driven by "its extremist ideology" means that "all fronts are still open."
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.
Tune into today's top stories: Trump lashes out over Doha, Iron Beam fully operational
The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs - the top stories, clear and concise.
What does it mean IDF’s laser will be fully deployed within four months? - explainer
Israel’s enemies have known that 85%-95% of their short-range rockets would be shot down by Iron Dome. But they also knew some would get through.
'Incredible pride': 'Post' talks to IDF laser operator on cutting-edge defense of Israel
The breakthrough of the last week is only the beginning of the changes that operational military lasers will accomplish for the IDF.
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.
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.
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.
