Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:28pm on 24 Sep 2026,Thursday International
The US military has deployed high-energy laser weapons in the Strait of Hormuz and is reportedly using them against drones and incoming cruise missiles in the Middle East. According to NDTV, the systems can be operated using reconfigured Xbox-style controllers, allowing operators to track targets and direct the laser beam precisely. The technology converts electrical energy into concentrated photons that heat and disable targets, potentially reducing reliance on costly interceptor missiles. However, the systems are large and heavy, require significant power and perform less effectively in adverse weather. Their effectiveness against multiple simultaneous drone attacks also remains limited. (PC: X)
