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France, Italy, UK Test New Long-Range Missile System

8/1/2025

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On July 30, France, Italy, and the UK celebrated a significant milestone by successfully test-firing the ASTER B1 New Technology missile at the DGA missile range in Biscarrosse. This advancement boosts the SAMP/T NG air defense system, enabling it to engage targets up to 150 kilometers away, marking a powerful leap in military readiness across multiple branches and naval platforms.

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On July 30, France, Italy, and the UK celebrated a significant milestone by successfully test-firing the ASTER B1 New Technology missile at the DGA missile range in Biscarrosse. This advancement boosts the SAMP/T NG air defense system, enabling it to engage targets up to 150 kilometers away, marking a powerful leap in military readiness across multiple branches and naval platforms.