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US Army Buys Older PAC-2 Patriot Missiles

3 sources · first reported Yesterday

via RealClearDefense

The US Army is purchasing PAC-2 GEM-T missiles, which are less capable than their PAC-3 counterparts, to supplement its Patriot missile inventory. This move indicates the Army's need for additional missile defense systems. The purchase marks the first time in decades that the Army has acquired PAC-2 missiles.

Why it matters

The acquisition of PAC-2 missiles highlights the Army's efforts to bolster its missile defense capabilities, underscoring the importance of having a robust and diverse arsenal to address emerging threats.

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