In an official ceremony held Sunday morning at the Rafael facility, the IDF formally received the advanced “Or Eitan” laser interception system-the world’s first operational laser system designed to neutralize aerial threats using high-powered laser technology.

The system was developed by the Ministry of Defense’s Directorate of Defense Research and Development in cooperation with Rafael. It has demonstrated its capabilities in an extensive series of tests, successfully intercepting rockets, mortar shells, and unmanned aerial vehicles.

“Or Eitan” is expected to be integrated into Israel’s multi-layered air defense array, serving as a complementary capability alongside existing systems, including Iron Dome, David’s Sling, and the Arrow system.

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