Missiles, drones and lasers expected at Xi's Beijing military parade
Beijing (AFP) Sept 1, 2025
China will showcase a range of new weapons during a vast military parade on Wednesday, in a show of strength that is being seen as a challenge to US military dominance. ... more
U.S. Navy intercepted test drone with HELIOS directed-energy weapon
Washington DC (UPI) Feb 5, 2025
The U.S. Navy has developed a directed-energy weapon that can intercept unmanned drones and possibly cruise missiles while enhancing naval operations in combat areas. ... more
RTX's laser weapon system tested successfully by British Army
London, UK (SPX) Dec 14, 2024
Raytheon UK, a division of RTX's Raytheon business, announced the successful live-firing of its High-Energy Laser Weapon System (HELWS) by the British Army, targeting and neutralizing moving aerial ... more