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flag On March 2, 2026, Israel used its Iron Beam laser defense system for the first time in combat, successfully intercepting Hezbollah drones and rockets near the northern border.

flag On March 2, 2026, Israel used its Iron Beam laser defense system for the first time in combat, intercepting drones and rockets launched by Hezbollah from southern Lebanon during overnight attacks. flag The system, delivered to the IDF in December 2025, successfully neutralized threats near the northern border, including a drone that caused a fire and another that damaged homes, with no injuries reported. flag The intercepts, captured in viral footage, mark a milestone in Israel’s layered air defense, showcasing the laser’s ability to counter low-cost aerial threats at a fraction of the cost of traditional interceptors. flag Developed by Rafael and Elbit Systems, Iron Beam is designed to complement existing systems like Iron Dome and David’s Sling, though it faces limitations in poor weather. flag The deployment follows heightened regional tensions after the reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, prompting expanded production contracts and signaling a shift toward energy-based defense technology.

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