‘Left of launch’ becomes central focus in next-generation missile defense

Gen. Stephen Whiting: ‘Our missile defenses have done a good job during the most recent conflicts, but most of those are focused on terminal engagement, and we want to be able to push that engagement to the left and eventually left of launch.’
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Published by SpaceNews on 09/26/2025