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Japan has started to take delivery of the SM-3 Block 2A interceptor

Posted on May 16, 2023 by alert5

In a significant development, the United States Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has delivered the highly advanced SM-3 Block 2A interceptor to Japan. This collaborative effort between the two nations marks a significant milestone in bolstering their defense alliances and enhancing regional security. The delivery took place in March, and it is set to reinforce Japan’s capabilities to counter evolving ballistic missile threats.

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Czech donating two SA-6 systems to Ukraine and potentially L-159s too

Posted on May 11, 2023 by alert5

In a recent announcement, Czech President Petr Pavel confirmed that the Czech Republic will hand over two SA-6 air defense systems and corresponding missiles to Ukraine. In addition, he suggested that donating Czech L-159 fighter planes to Ukraine would also be appropriate.

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Japan and South Korea to share radar system via U.S. network for missile tracking

Posted on May 11, 2023May 10, 2023 by alert5

Japan and South Korea are reportedly planning to link their radar systems through a US network to share real-time information on North Korea’s ballistic missiles. The Yomiuri Shimbun newspaper was the first to report on the agreement, which would allow Japan to improve its detection capabilities as North Korea continues to fire off missiles at an unprecedented pace.

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Limited User Test of AN/MPQ-64A4 radar has started

Posted on April 19, 2023April 19, 2023 by alert5

The U.S. Army has started a three-week test of an updated air and missile defense sensor. The Limited User Test (LUT) of the Sentinel A4 AN/MPQ-64A4 is being conducted by 30 soldiers and 85 government civilians and contractors at White Sands Missile Range. The test is being held to determine if the Sentinel A4 can replace the Sentinel A3 AN/MPQ-64A3 as the U.S. Army’s primary intermediate air and missile defense sensor.

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Radar obsolescence: RBS 70 unusable during Biden visit

Posted on April 13, 2023April 12, 2023 by alert5

In an effort to protect U.S. President Joe Biden during his visit to Ireland this week, the Irish Armed Forces had planned to deploy the RBS 70 air defence system. However, military officials had to abandon this plan due to the Giraffe short range radar system, which works in tandem with the RBS 70, being obsolete.

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