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Japan deploys its first domestically made long-range missiles

Mar 31, 20266 sources

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Japan is deploying its first homegrown long-range missiles, with equipment being sent to a Ground Self-Defense Force camp in Kumamoto. The deployment, set for March 31, represents a significant shift in Japan's defense policy toward developing a 'counterstrike capability.'

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Japan’s 'counterstrike capability' takes shape with missile deployments

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In first, Japan to deploy homegrown long-range missiles on March 31

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Long-range missile equipment sent to GSDF camp in city of Kumamoto

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Japan deploys its first domestically made long-range missiles

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