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Israel is significantly expanding the integration of its Iron Beam laser system into its air defence architecture, with the system set to play a larger role in warfare operations by the end of the current year.

According to security assessments, Israel is now substantially better prepared for FPV drone threats from Hezbollah compared to early 2026, though military planners acknowledge there remains a learning curve in effectively countering this threat category.

The expansion represents a strategic shift in Israel’s layered air defence approach, combining Iron Beam with existing systems like Iron Dome to address evolving aerial threats from Iranian-aligned organisations.

Sources: Ynet, www.israelhayom.co.il, Times of Israel, Jerusalem Post, Walla

Update 00:02: Israel is expanding Iron Beam laser system integration with an expanded warfare role planned by year’s end, as the military responds to Hezbollah FPV drone threats.