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Jewish News 24 · Sep 25, 2026

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⚡️ REPORT: U.S. forces are reportedly using high-energy laser systems controlled with modified Xbox-style controllers to counter drones and potentially cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, offering a far cheaper alternative to missile interceptors. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth personally used one of the systems to shoot down a drone after only brief training during a June demonstration at White Sands Missile Range, according to reports.

⚡️ REPORT: U.S. forces are reportedly using high-energy laser systems controlled with modified Xbox-style controllers to counter drones and potentially cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, offering a far cheaper alternative to missile interceptors. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth personally used one of the systems to shoot down a drone after only brief training during a June demonstration at White Sands Missile Range, according to reports.

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