By Alimat Aliyeva
The U.S. Army plans to enhance the nation's air and missile defense capabilities by 30% over the next eight years, Azernews reports.
This was reported by Defense News, citing Lieutenant General Sean Gainey, the head of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command.
According to Gainey, the planned improvements will involve the deployment of three additional battalions equipped with Patriot anti-aircraft missile systems. Additionally, five battalions will be armed with Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) systems, and seven batteries will be equipped with counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) to protect against drone threats. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy designed with insights gained from ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
The Army's approach to strengthening its defense infrastructure reflects the increasing sophistication of modern warfare, where air and missile threats are becoming more complex and varied. The growing reliance on drones, for example, has forced many nations, including the U.S., to adapt their defense systems accordingly.
Moreover, these new measures will not only enhance U.S. defense capabilities but are also seen as a response to rising geopolitical tensions, especially in regions where adversarial powers have been rapidly advancing their missile and drone technologies. By bolstering these defenses, the U.S. aims to ensure that it remains at the forefront of technological readiness in the face of evolving threats.
This expansion in missile and air defense is expected to be complemented by advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning, potentially increasing the speed and accuracy of detection and countermeasures against incoming threats.
