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Hypersonic missiles were front and center. China unveiled new models, including the DF-17 and the anti-ship DF-26D. These weapons are designed to be unstoppable, capable of evading current missile defense systems.

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Has the United States Lost the Hypersonic Weapons Race? The race for hypersonic superiority is accelerating, and many experts and lawmakers believe the United States is falling behind. According to the defense publication 19FortyFive and echoed by members of Congress, the U.S. currently lags behind Russia and China in the development and deployment of hypersonic weapons. Hypersonic weapons travel at speeds greater than Mach 5 and are highly maneuverable, making them extremely difficult to detect and intercept. While the U.S. continues to test and refine its technology, Russia and China already have operational systems in service. Russia is widely considered the current leader. Its military is equipped with the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal, an air-launched ballistic missile reportedly capable of reaching Mach 10, and the 3M22 Zircon, a sea-launched cruise missile believed to travel at Mach 9. These weapons have been used in real combat conditions, including in the war in Ukraine, reinforcing Russia’s lead in this field. China has also made significant progress. The Chinese military has deployed the DF-17, a medium-range ballistic missile armed with a hypersonic glide vehicle, and has conducted extensive testing with systems like the DF-ZF. These developments show China’s determination to gain a strategic advantage, especially in the Indo-Pacific region. In contrast, the U.S. has faced repeated setbacks. The Air Force canceled the AGM-183 ARRW project in 2023 after multiple failed tests. Other programs, such as the Navy’s Conventional Prompt Strike and the Army’s Long Range Hypersonic Weapon, are still in development and not yet operational. There are recent signs of progress. Stratolaunch’s Talon-A test vehicle successfully exceeded Mach 5, showing promise in the private sector. However, these advancements have yet to translate into field-ready systems. The consequences of falling behind in this area are serious. Hypersonic weapons are not just strategic deterrents. They are changing the nature of modern warfare. If the U.S. cannot close the gap quickly, it risks losing its technological edge and creating vulnerabilities in future conflicts. For many in Washington, catching up is not just a goal. It is a necessity for national security.

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