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Laser Air Defense System Light Shield

26.03.2022

The Israeli Ministry of Defense has unveiled a new laser system, whose task is to intercept enemy missiles, mortar shells and unmanned aerial vehicles. The system, the range of which is 10 kilometers, was called "Magen Or" - "Shield of Light".

In the coming days, the Ministry of Defense is to sign an agreement with the Rafael concern, the main developer of Magen Or. ELTA is also involved in the project. The project is coordinated by the Directorate of Weapons Systems Development of the Ministry of Defense.

This is a milestone in the development of air defense. Defense Minister Benny Gantz emphasized the cheapness of laser interception compared to missile interception. Some States in the region have reportedly expressed interest in the system.

The cost of development is hundreds of millions of shekels.

It is assumed that the new air defense system will go into service with the IDF before the end of 2023.

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