Real laser weapons are no longer science fiction. According to The Atlantic, militaries around the world are now deploying actual laser systems in combat operations.<\/p>\n
“This is a technology that has been under development for decades,” said Iain Boyd, aerospace engineer and director of the University of Colorado Boulder Center for National Security Initiatives.<\/p>\n
The deployment marks a turning point in military technology, with laser systems offering precision, speed-of-light targeting, and lower operational costs compared to traditional munitions.<\/p>\n
Source:<\/strong> The Atlantic (Feb 2026)<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Real laser weapons are no longer science fiction. According to The Atlantic, militaries around the world are now deploying actual laser systems in combat operations. “This is a technology that has been under development for decades,” said Iain Boyd, aerospace engineer and director of the University of Colorado Boulder Center for National Security Initiatives. 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