US Navy Deploys Ship-Mounted Laser Weapons in Strait of Hormuz

The United States military has deployed laser weapons in the Strait of Hormuz region, according to reports. These systems are large and heavy, making them unsuitable for individual soldiers to carry, and are instead mounted on naval battleships. The weapons can reportedly be operated using a controller similar to an Xbox gaming console. Their deployment marks a notable step in the US military's use of directed-energy technology in a strategically critical waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints, through which a significant share of global oil supply passes.