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Detailed explanation-1: -It is intended for two laser guns to initially produce 100–150 kw of power. In April 2022, the Israeli Ministry of Defense and Rafael announced that in a series of experiments the system successfully shot down drones, rockets, mortar bombs, and anti-tank missiles.

Detailed explanation-2: -Israel has successfully tested the new “Iron Beam” laser interception system. This is the world’s first energy-based weapons system that uses a laser to shoot down incoming UAVs, rockets & mortars at a cost of $3.50 per shot. It may sound like science fiction, but it’s real.

Detailed explanation-3: -UPSC Mains. Q. Which country has successfully tested a new laser missile-defence system ‘Iron Beam’? Notes: Israel has successfully tested a new laser missile-defence system ‘Iron Beam’ which can intercept several aerial objects starting from missiles, rockets, anti-tank missiles and even drones.

Detailed explanation-4: -Iron Dome is an air defense missile system developed by two Israeli firms with support from the U.S. Emphasis on defense. It is never used to attack or retaliate and poses no threat to Palestinians.

Detailed explanation-5: -Iron Beam is a complimentary capability to the Rafael-built Iron Dome defense system, which uses kinetic interceptors to protect Israel against incoming rockets, mortars, and small drones.