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

(photo credit: REUTERS/EVELYN HOCKSTEIN)

ByDEAN SHMUEL ELMAS/GLOBES/TNS

AUGUST 29, 2024 16:03

Updated: AUGUST 29, 2024 16:56

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