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Hypersonics & Counter-Hypersonics (Operational Priorities)

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Platform publication · DFM Analysis report · 2026-06-13

The operational priority of hypersonic weapons and counter-hypersonic defenses has emerged as a distinct line of effort to preserve the technological edge of NATO and EU forces against advanced missile threats. Hypersonic weapons – usually defined as missiles or glide vehicles capable of sustained flight at speeds of Mach 5+ with maneuverability – pose a novel challenge to traditional defence postures.

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Hypersonics & Counter-Hypersonics (Operational Priorities)

Type DFM Analysis report
Published 2026-06-13 (Platform publication)
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The operational priority of hypersonic weapons and counter-hypersonic defenses has emerged as a distinct line of effort to preserve the technological edge of NATO and EU forces against advanced missile threats.

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