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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi Arabia intercepts missiles and drones
Saudi Arabia's coalition forces announced the interception of multiple aerial threats, including three drones and two cruise missiles over the Red Sea. A ballistic missile was also destroyed over Yanbu, the kingdom's primary oil terminal, amid ongoing conflict with Houthi rebels.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastGeneral Warned of Missile Shortage Before Iran War
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George warned in December of a critical missile defense munitions shortage that could last five years. He was ousted in April during the Iran war. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell denies any such shortage exists.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesLockheed Martin unveils PAC-3 Edge missile interceptor
Lockheed Martin has revealed the PAC-3 Edge, a new missile interceptor intended to counter hypersonic and advanced threats. The company plans significant investment in the project, with testing slated for 2027 and deployment by 2031.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastGreek Patriots Intercept Ballistic Missile and Drone Over Saudi Arabia
Greek military personnel operating Patriot missile defence systems in Saudi Arabia intercepted a ballistic missile and a drone on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The incident occurred in the Yanbu region, a key area for oil refining facilities.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePoland joins Ukraine's anti-ballistic missile coalition
Poland has joined an anti-ballistic missile coalition with Ukraine and other European allies, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced. The coalition aims to develop a common European ballistic missile defense system.
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