UK Laser Weapon System
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The UK's laser weapon system, capable of destroying drones at a low cost, is set to be installed on Royal Navy destroyers by 2027. This will make the UK the first European NATO member to have an operational shipborne directed-energy weapon. The system's development was discussed at a major NATO industry forum in Portsmouth.
Why it matters
The deployment of this laser weapon system marks a significant milestone in the UK's military modernization and its commitment to innovative defense technologies. It also highlights the potential for directed-energy weapons to provide a cost-effective solution for countering drone threats.
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