(Times of Israel) Israeli security forces on Thursday shared details on the new Light Blade laser system intended to shoot down incendiary balloons, kites and drones before they enter Israeli territory from Gaza. The system was developed for police and the IDF by three engineers from the private sector who worked with Ben-Gurion University researchers, Israel's Channel 12 reported. The laser can engage targets day or night with an effective range of 2 km. and can be installed on a small trailer or truck. Border Police chief Kobi Shabtai said that Light Blade "provides a near conclusive response to everything relating to balloons and kites, and delivers a safe and effective solution to the drone threat." The system will also be deployed along the northern border with Lebanon.
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