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US Army Deploys Hypersonic Missiles

6 sources · first reported 2d ago

via Interestingengineering

The US Army has deployed its Dark Eagle hypersonic missile system during a war exercise near China, with a range of 2,175 miles. The deployment is part of the Valiant Shield exercise in the Western Pacific and marks the first-ever deployment of hypersonic missiles in the region. The missiles have been sent to Guam, an optimal location for deep strikes against Chinese targets.

Why it matters

The deployment of hypersonic missiles in the region signifies a significant escalation in US military capabilities and poses a potential threat to China's national security. The development and deployment of such advanced technology demonstrate the US Army's commitment to modernizing its arsenal and maintaining a strategic advantage in the region.

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How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. USNI News ·
    U.S. Army Deploys Hypersonic Missiles in Range of China During Exercise
  2. Defence Industry Europe ·
    U.S. Army deploys Dark Eagle hypersonic missiles during Valiant Shield exercise in the Western Pacific
  3. Military Watch Magazine ·
    U.S. Makes First Ever Hypersonic Missile Deployment in Range of China: Forward Bases Optimal For Dark Eagle Deep Strikes
  4. Washington Times ·
    U.S. Army deploys new hypersonic missile to Guam
  5. Interestingengineering · Primary
    US Army fields 2,175-mile range hypersonic missile during war exercise near China
  6. RealClearDefense ·
    U.S. Deploys Hypersonic Missiles in Range of China During Exercise