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US Hypersonic Missile Defense Lags Rivals' Advances

The North Korea government shows what it says is a test launch of a hypersonic missile in North Korea. Hypersonics pose a major threat to existing air defenses and coming up with a way to track the high-tech weaponry comes at a crucial time. (AP Photos)

By    |   Tuesday, 09 May 2023 06:38 AM EDT

Plans to patch vulnerabilities in the current U.S. missile defense posture is “heading in the right direction” as the Pentagon prioritizes ways to detect incoming rockets — but military analysts fear the improvements may not come quick enough to stave off a potential attack.

Hypersonics pose a major threat to existing air defenses because of their speed and stealth.

Marisa Herman

Marisa Herman, a Newsmax senior reporter, focuses on major and investigative stories. A University of Florida graduate, she has more than a decade of experience as a reporter for newspapers, magazines, and websites.

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Plans to patch vulnerabilities in the current U.S. missile defense posture is "heading in the right direction" as the Pentagon prioritizes ways to detect incoming rockets — but military analysts fear the improvements may not come quick enough to stave off a potential...
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