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Using High-Energy Laser, US Shoots Down Drones Near Mexico Border

Wired·September 1, 2026·1 min read
Using High-Energy Laser, US Shoots Down Drones Near Mexico Border

The US Army used a high-energy laser to shoot down drones near the Mexico border, part of a new generation of directed-energy weapons. The system detects, tracks, and destroys drones with a concentrated beam of light, marking a milestone in counter-drone defense.

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