Dan Caine: “We've thus far intercepted 1700 ballistic missiles and one…”

“I cannot thank Transcom and the Air Force tanker and mobility force more. Combined with army and Navy joint fires, we stuck more than 13,000 targets. And along with our Gulf partners, We've thus far intercepted 1700 ballistic missiles and one way attack drones. defending our forces and our partners in the civilian population. And we remain ready to do so should the need arise.” (26:16–26:22)

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