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What is the UK’s DragonFire laser, which can shoot down drones travelling at 650 kmph?

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The DragonFire laser, a high-powered energy weapon, was developed by MBDA UK, Leonardo, QinetiQ, and the UK Ministry of Defence. It is built to take down drones, missiles, and other airborne threats using an intense, concentrated beam of light to cut through the target. Officials say each shot costs just around $13 (Rs 1,161)

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For this week of November 24 : A simple spoon of black cumin could improve cholesterol, a Japanese astrophysicist claims to have spotted the very first direct signal of black matter, a laser gun capable of shooting drones launched at 650 km/h, a new oscillation...

The British Department of Defense is investing millions in a new super laser for drone defense when it's ready for use.

The British army has just tested an overpowering laser capable of destroying drones at a lower cost.

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Journal du Geek broke the news in on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
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