Ukraine’s newly unveiled laser weapon system, Tryzub, is shown in a field trial video successfully engaging ground targets and disrupting a drone’s camera. The system, operationally deployed and capable of engaging aerial targets up to 5 kilometers, boasts a 3-kilometer range against cruise and ballistic missiles. While currently manually operated, future iterations are planned to include automated targeting. Its development, completed in months, underscores a strategic shift towards laser-based air defense systems.
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Russia’s condemnation of President Trump’s missile defence shield plan, framing it as a plot to weaponize space, is a predictable reaction, given the existing geopolitical tensions. The accusations of militarizing space, however, seem somewhat ironic coming from a nation with its own ambitious space program and a history of developing advanced weaponry.
The Russian perspective appears rooted in a perceived threat to its strategic advantage. The US plan, described as an “American Iron Dome,” aims to protect against advanced missile threats, potentially including those from Russia and China. This naturally raises concerns in Moscow about the disruption of the existing nuclear balance of power.… Continue reading
In its first operational use in Israel, the U.S.-supplied THAAD system successfully intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile launched in retaliation for a major Israeli air operation in Yemen. The interception, which occurred after sirens sounded across central Israel, prevented casualties and significant damage, although some minor injuries were reported. The incident briefly disrupted air traffic, with several flights rerouted. France condemned the Houthi attacks and reaffirmed its support for Israel’s security.
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An Arrow missile defense system intercepted a missile launched from Yemen over central Israel, triggering air raid sirens and a temporary halt to Ben Gurion Airport operations. Debris from the intercepted missile landed in Leshem and Beit Hanina, causing minor property damage but no injuries. The attack, coinciding with Prime Minister Netanyahu’s court testimony, prompted warnings of a strong Israeli response to the Iran-backed Houthi rebels responsible. Israeli officials are considering retaliatory action despite the logistical challenges, echoing similar threats made by Finance Minister Smotrich and countered by Houthi warnings of further escalation.
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