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0404Security

New Laser Defense System to Deploy on Northern Border Against Drones

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Israel is deploying a new laser defense system on its northern border to counter fiber-optic-controlled drones. Defense Minister Israel Katz was briefed on the system, which is expected to become operational soon. The system's capabilities will later be expanded to intercept cruise missiles and larger unmanned aerial vehicles.

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  • A new laser defense system will soon be deployed on Israel's northern border.
  • The system is designed to counter drones controlled via fiber optics.
  • Defense Minister Israel Katz has been briefed on the upcoming operational deployment.
  • Future capabilities will include intercepting cruise missiles and larger UAVs.

A new laser defense system is slated for deployment on Israel's northern border soon, aimed at bolstering aerial defense capabilities. Defense Minister Israel Katz has been briefed on the system, which is expected to become operational shortly. This initiative comes in response to the escalating threat posed by drones controlled via fiber optics.

The system is designed to counter this specific drone threat. Future upgrades are planned to expand its capabilities, enabling it to intercept cruise missiles and larger unmanned aerial vehicles as well.

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