Belarus is testing the “Shafran” laser system designed to counter unmanned aerial vehicles. It is being developed by the Scientific and Technical Center “LEMT” BelOMO on request from the State Authority for Military Industry.
“The prototype has already passed several factory tests and is now undergoing adjustment and field tests at Armed Forces training grounds,” the authority said.
According to the committee, the system can conduct airspace reconnaissance using radar and electro-optical sensors. It can detect a drone at a distance of up to 4.5 kilometers.
“The powerful laser neutralizes drones at a distance of up to 1,500 meters. The targeting and tracking algorithm using artificial intelligence ensures minimal reaction time and extremely high accuracy. The system can also be integrated into any existing air-defense structure,” the committee said.
The effectiveness of the system has already been demonstrated to Belarusian and foreign military personnel during the “Zapad-2025” exercises and at other operational and combat training events.
