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IDF reveals Iron Beam laser had limited use in Iran war due to battery shortage

The IDF disclosed that its Iron Beam laser defense system had limited operational use during the Iran war because 14 batteries were needed. Firing Arrow interceptors costs millions of shekels, while Iron Beam is as cheap as turning on a light.

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The IDF disclosed that its Iron Beam laser defense system had limited operational use during the Iran war because 14 batteries were needed. Firing Arrow interceptors costs millions of shekels, while Iron Beam is as cheap as turning on a light.
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