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Swords of Iron: Israel details operational use of laser weapon system by IDF [VIDEO]
The Israeli Ministry of Defense has confirmed the successful field use of high-power laser systems by the Israeli Air Force during the current Swords of Iron War.
Japan’s prototype laser directed energy weapon (DEW) progressing well, next stages emerge
The prototype DEW is intended to counter drones and is capable of continuously emitting a 10kW-power laser in a 360-degree radius, the technology’s brochure at the event detailed.
Lumibird secures major laser rangefinder orders for Skyranger 30 air defence system
These laser rangefinders will be integrated into the Skyranger 30, a short-range air defence system, Lumibird said in a press release.
General Atomics showcases airborne laser weapon on MQ-9B SeaGuardian at Sea-Air-Space 2025
General Atomics has revealed a new airborne laser weapon system integrated on the MQ-9B SeaGuardian unmanned aerial vehicle.
Ukraine presents Tryzub laser weapon system capable of targeting drones and missiles
Ukraine has unveiled its domestically developed laser weapon system, named Tryzub, for the first time.
Iron Beam air defence laser weapon system to become operational in 2025, says Rafael CEO
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has announced record financial results for 2024, with CEO Yoav Turgeman confirming that the company’s Iron Beam high energy laser weapon system will become operational this year.
HII selected to develop high-energy laser weapon system for U.S. Army
American defence contractor HII has been chosen by the U.S. Army’s Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO) to develop a high-energy laser (HEL) weapon system.
QinetiQ unveils Australia’s first high-power laser to boost defence against drone threats
QinetiQ has successfully demonstrated a prototype of its scalable high-power laser optical chain in Adelaide, marking a significant milestone for Australia's sovereign defence capabilities.
ASELSAN: GÖKBERK Mobile Laser Weapon System successfully destroys FPV drones in tests
ASELSAN’s GÖKBERK Mobile Laser Weapon System has demonstrated its effectiveness against first-person view (FPV) drones, a growing threat in modern warfare.
U.S. Navy successfully tests HELIOS laser system against drone
The United States Navy has successfully tested its High-Energy Laser with Integrated Optical Dazzler and Surveillance (HELIOS) system aboard a warship in the 2024 fiscal year.
Armed Forces of Ukraine deploy laser weaponry for air defence operations
Ukraine has confirmed the operational use of laser weaponry to defend its territory against aerial threats.
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Turkish defence company Roketsan demonstrates ALKA laser weapon system [VIDEO]
Turkish defence company Roketsan has released footage showcasing the capabilities of its ALKA Directed Energy Weapon (DEW).