2023-12-22 00:01:24
Title: IDF Considers Laser Cannons as Game-Changing Weapon for Defense
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) are considering the potential impact of laser cannons on the security of the civilian home front and battlefield developments. According to experts, powerful land-based and airborne laser cannons could easily neutralize rockets, precision missiles, and UAVs with great efficiency and at a negligible cost.
Additionally, smaller mobile laser cannons attached to troops could eliminate anti-tank missiles, providing a significant defense against attacks on settlements and IDF forces in the north.
There are discussions about increasing the defense budget by 20 to 25 billion NIS for 10 years, including the development of the laser technology and procurement of other defense means. The possible future participation of the US in a development worth 1.2 billion dollars is also being considered.
However, there are concerns that the decision to pursue laser cannon technology is a repeated mistake, as the technology was already within reach 16 years ago. It is recommended that the political and security leadership consult with professionals and experts in the field to avoid any potential risks.
Despite the potential benefits of laser cannons in reducing the use of expensive interception missiles, there are some reservations about the introduction of this revolutionary technology. Experts emphasize the importance of not compromising on the power of the laser cannons, as low-power options may not be effective in protecting population centers.
Eli Bar On, an expert specializing in economics and technology, stresses the need for laser cannons with several times greater power to achieve efficiency in defense.
As discussions continue, the potential integration of laser cannons in the IDF arsenal remains a topic of debate and consideration for the future of defense technology.
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