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Iron Beam laser interceptor to enter IDF service December 30
01.12.25
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CTech
Defense officials frame laser deployment as part of Israel’s evolution into a “Defense-Tech Nation.”
Israel to deploy Iron Beam within weeks as laser interceptor clears key trials
27.11.25
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Shahar Ilan
Rafael reports record quarterly results, a soaring $22 billion backlog, and rapid global expansion as demand surges for its defense technologies.
Israel weighs deployment of Iron Beam in Eilat after Houthi drone strike
25.09.25
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CTech
Mayor says laser defense system could arrive within two months, marking first operational use of world’s only field-ready laser interceptor.
"Israel's laser air defense will undoubtedly be a game-changing system"
17.09.25
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Yuval Azulay
The Iron Beam, the world’s first operational laser defense system, is set to join the army by year’s end after final tests succeed.
“Our lasers will be ready to intercept Iranian missiles in under five years”
04.09.25
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CTech
Elbit’s Michael Edelstein says airborne laser pods for fighter jets are nearing production, while Rafael’s Iron Beam, already proven in combat, will soon join the IDF as Israel bets on high-energy weapons to counter rockets, UAVs, and ballistic missiles at a fraction of current defense costs.
Laser weapons move to forefront of Israel’s air defense after Iran missile war
25.06.25
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Yuval Azulay
Rafael and Elbit to deliver first operational systems by year-end as defense officials call for urgent funding to replenish interceptors and expand capabilities.
Laser beams and battlefield proof: Israeli arms firms sell their war story in Paris
15.06.25
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Yuval Azulay
Despite war with Iran and political pressure in Europe, Israeli defense firms arrive at the world’s biggest arms expo with real-world credibility.
Israel’s Iron Beam set to make global debut in Paris
05.06.25
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Yuval Azulay
After battlefield success against Hezbollah drones, Rafael unveils next-gen laser defense system for the world stage.
Israeli arms exports hit record $14.8 billion despite boycotts and war criticism
04.06.25
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Yuval Azulay
Europe leads surge in demand for missile defense systems, even as Gaza war draws international scrutiny.
Israel’s laser defense revolution: Iron Beam nears operational use
29.05.25
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Yuval Azulay
A new era in defense technology is underway as Israel deploys battlefield lasers.
Revealed: Israel deployed laser weapons to intercept dozens of drones in war
28.05.25
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Yoav Zitun, Ynet
Censored until now, the breakthrough marks the first large-scale battlefield use of high-energy lasers.
Elbit’s Iron Beam set to go live in 2025 in “operational breakthrough”
20.05.25
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CTech and Reuters
As Israel's war in Gaza boosts domestic demand and global conflicts drive record orders, Elbit Systems reports surging profits, and bets on laser weapons to power its next phase of growth.
“It’s not science fiction anymore”: Rafael prepares to deploy Iron Beam
15.04.25
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Yuval Azulay
Rafael CEO Yoav Turgeman is confident that the laser-based defense system, which the company has developed and will supply to the Air Force by the end of the year, will revolutionize the speed and cost of interception.
Israel enhances air defense with new Iron Dome and Iron Beam orders
16.01.25
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Yuval Azulay
Massive U.S. security aid accelerates procurement of interceptor missiles and advanced laser technology to defend against evolving threats.
"David’s Sling and Iron Dome intercepted more targets than all other air defense systems combined in the past 50 years"
01.12.24
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Yuval Azulay
Rafael CEO Yoav Turgeman was speaking after the company revealed a 36% increase in its sales in the third quarter to NIS 4.53 billion, while net profit amounted to NIS 189 million.
"Laser technology is a true game-changer. There are applications we haven’t yet conceived of"
11.11.24
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Yuval Azulay
Brigadier General Ran Kochav, former commander of the Israeli Air Missile Defense Forces, believes that the introduction of Iron Beam, a laser interception system, heralds a profound change in warfare and believes that the day is not far off when fighter jets will be able to destroy ground targets from the air with total silence and precision.
Israel’s Iron Beam laser defense system set for 2025 operational launch following $500M expansion
28.10.24
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Yuval Azulay
Defense Ministry fast-tracks Rafael and Elbit’s advanced laser interception system to combat evolving aerial threats.
Israel’s laser defense system nears operational status amid intensified rocket barrages
09.10.24
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Yuval Azulay
As Hezbollah increases its attacks, Israel prepares to deploy the Iron Beam developed by Rafael. The system is expected to become operational within months, and it should dramatically streamline the interception of rockets and UAVs launched at Israel.
Iron Dome's new nemesis: The rising threat of Hezbollah's UAVs
05.06.24
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Yuval Azulay
Hezbollah's UAVs challenge Israel's air defenses daily, posing new threats from Lebanon. Experts caution that an unequivocal technological response is still a work in progress.
99% interception success rate: Behind Israel’s multi-layered air defense system that thwarted Iran
14.04.24
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Elihay Vidal
Iran launched over 300 aerial threats, including ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones. Israel intercepted the vast majority of them. The operation, which lasted several hours, is estimated to have cost over a billion dollars
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