Israel's Iron Beam - in pictures

A picture released by the Israeli Ministry of Defence shows the Iron Beam, developed by the ministry's Directorate of Defence Research and Development and Rafael Advanced Defence Systems. AFP
The Iron Beam system on display at Israel's Ben Gurion Airport before US President Joe Biden's visit. AFP / Israeli Ministry of Defence
The Iron Beam at an undisclosed location. The system's fibre laser is expected to down aerial targets within four to five seconds of firing using super heat. AFP / Israeli Ministry of Defence
Whereas the Iron Dome launches interceptor missiles to track down projectiles, the Iron Beam will rely on lasers to strike down airborne targets. AFP / Israeli Ministry of Defence
Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid and Mr Biden attend a briefing on the Iron Dome and Iron Beam Air Defence Systems. Reuters
Mr Biden walks with Israeli Defence Minister Benny Gantz, Mr Yair Lapid and US Defence Attache in Israel Brig Gen Shawn Harris. AFP
Mr Biden meets Israeli military officials and dignitaries. AFP
Mr Biden is in Israel for a regional tour. AP