Contract signifies Israel's commitment to increasing defense self-sufficiency while reducing reliance on traditional kinetic interception systems, which can be expensive to operate.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are among the most advanced military forces in the world, equipped with cutting-edge technology that armies across the globe aspire to match.

Israel's Iron Beam system is a cost-effective game-changer in modern warfare, significantly advancing air defense capabilities. Israel's Iron Beam system is a cost-effective game-changer in modern warfare, significantly advancing air defense capabilities.

A major U.S. defense contractor announced on Monday it will work with the Israeli company that developed the Iron Beam system to create an American version.

Israel’s laser air defense system, dubbed the 'Iron Beam' eliminates aerial threats a fraction of the cost of the Iron Dome.

Defense minister Benny Gantz expressed gratitude for the U.S.’ 'steadfast support' for Israel’s security, and for approving $1 billion in funding to replenish the Iron Dome.

Israel will reportedly ask the U.S. to approve sending its cutting-edge air defense laser to Saudi Arabia.

'This may sound like science-fiction, but it’s real,' Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said.