Israeli Ministry of Defence (IMOD) demonstrate Iron Beam ground-based laser weapon for air defence. Israel’s Ministry of Defence (IMOD) announced it has demonstrated its 100 kilowatt laser directed energy weapon (LDEW) system alongside the Air Force and Rafael on 17 September 2025. Iron Beam, now fully mature, is a ground-based laser weapon system which the IMOD said will be used in an air defence role. Enhancing Israel’s IAMDIron Beam is expected to integrate into Israel’s multi-layered air defence array as a complementary capability to the Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and Arrow air defence systems. Following the recent test success, the government anticipate a significant leap in air defence capabilities through the deployment of these long-range laser weapon systems.