The US Navy plans to arm vessels with Patriot missiles to counter China's hypersonic threats in the Pacific.
The US Navy plans to equip some vessels with Patriot interceptor missiles to counter China's potential hypersonic weapons targeting ships in the Pacific. The PAC-3 MSE interceptors, primarily used by the Army, could enhance the Navy's missile defense systems. Previous successes against maneuvering hypersonic missiles in Ukraine highlight their effectiveness. Additionally, the US is exploring joint production of these missiles with Japan and plans a new production line in Florida.
October 25, 2024
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