CNN  —  Israel expects its “Iron Beam” laser defense system to be operational within one year, saying it will bring “ a new era of warfare ” as it engages in a war of drones and missiles with Iran and its regional partners. The Jewish state spent more than $500 million on deals this week with Israeli developers Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, architect of Israel’s Iron Dome, and Elbit Systems to expand production of the shield. Dubbed the Iron Beam, the shield aims to use high-power lasers to