Rafael Defense Systems
The drill addressed “lessons learned” during Israel’s ongoing seven-front war, focusing on current and potential future regional threats.
Israel is accelerating deployment of the revolutionary Iron Beam laser system, which is expected to be operational by the end of the year.
Defense Minister Katz called it “the weapon of the future, neutralizing entire threat categories with exceptional, continually improving results.”
The aid, approved in April 2024, includes $5.2 billion for strengthening the Jewish state’s missile defense systems.
The system is poised to enhance Israel’s multi-layered defense architecture, working in tandem with the Iron Dome.
“There is still business to business operation in between Europe and Israel,” an Israeli CEO told JNS. “I hope the public opinion will be changed.”
The Magen Or laser-based air-defense system is expected to enter operational service next year.
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems showcases advances in defense technology at the Farnborough International Airshow.
The system’s interception of a rocket fired by terrorists in Gaza is the first-ever operational use of a laser defense system.
The Arrow 3 array is set to enter into initial operational status in 2025.
After nearly two decades in development, Israel’s Iron Beam laser defense system is scheduled to become operational within the next year and a half.
Rafael’s Drone Dome is already active in Dubai, protecting the Gulf city from attack.