The Iran war has entered its third week, costing the US $12 billion. Iran has retaliated with drone attacks, while the US is using expensive interceptor missiles. However, the US is deploying a new laser weapon, HELIOS, which is designed to counter drones more cost-effectively. HELIOS, developed by Lockheed Martin, can dazzle or destroy targets and is currently used on the USS Preble off the coast of Iran. Despite its advantages, HELIOS has limitations due to environmental factors. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)