The innovative weaponry not only intercepts drones, but also missiles, rockets, and mortars
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The Israeli Ministry of Defense announced that the "Iron Beam" system is now operational and that in the coming months a complete network of batteries will be deployed across the country, ushering in a new era in Israeli air defense.
The "Iron Beam," developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems together with Elbit and other companies, marks an unprecedented technological leap: it not only intercepts drones, but also missiles, rockets, and mortars.
This makes it a much more formidable shield than the systems known until now.
One of the most significant aspects is the cost. While an Arrow system interceptor can reach millions of shekels, and an Iron Dome projectile tens of thousands, firing the "Iron Beam" costs the same as turning on a light.
Iron Beam
This drastic reduction in air defense spending is key in a conflict where Israel has faced tens of thousands of threats on multiple fronts.
The system, which has already demonstrated its effectiveness by shooting down 40 Hezbollah drones in October 2024, is also capable of responding to simultaneous massive attacks, a critical capability against the arsenals of terrorist organizations such as Hamas and Hezbollah.
Amir Baram, Director General of the Ministry of Defense, emphasized that this is only the "starting point" of a military revolution that will transform battlefields around the world.
Meanwhile, General Yehuda Elmakayes recalled that the Knesset approved two years ago a special budget to guarantee the massive deployment of these batteries.
Unlike other countries—including the United States, China, Russia, and Germany—that are still in testing phases, Israel is currently the only state that has managed to put a laser defense system into real use. This reinforces Israeli technological leadership in the military field.
Among the strategic advantages of the "Iron Beam" is the possibility of neutralizing threats in enemy territory, even before sirens are activated in Israel, thus reducing the need to run to shelters.
The family of systems includes the "Lite Beam," designed for combat vehicles with a 10-kilowatt beam, and the "Iron Beam M," mounted on trucks with the capability to fire while moving.
The full version, with a 100-kilowatt beam, will be stationary but movable according to Army needs.
The entry into service of the "Iron Beam" not only strengthens Israeli defense against constant aggression, but also sends a clear message: Israel continues to be at the technological and military forefront, determined to protect its population with innovation, efficiency, and a forward-looking vision.
