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America needs a comprehensive ballistic missile defense system that employs a multilayered defense system of sea, ground, and space-based systems.

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North Korea’s Hwasong-12 Missile Test Over Japan Must Be Punished Bruce Klingner

Oct 7, 2022 3 min read

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Pentagon’s New Missile Interceptor Could Be a Game Changer for ICBM Defense Patty-Jane Geller

Nov 19, 2020 4 min read

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What to Expect From North Korea’s Military Parade Bruce Klingner

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North Korea Missile Announcement Undermines Diplomatic Outreach Bruce Klingner

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