US Army activates integrated air defense battalion in Guam with Patriot, THAAD

The US Army activated a new air defense battalion in Guam, integrating Patriot, THAAD, and drone systems. This marks a force posture enhancement in the Western Pacific, likely aimed at countering regional missile threats. The move signals continued US commitment to layered defense in the Indo-Pacific, though its operational timeline and full capability remain unspecified.

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