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missiles



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Missiles, along with drones, have been in focus for militaries around the globe since fighting began in Ukraine and Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

The package includes a $1.2 billion sale of hundreds of Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles, or Amraams, to the U.A.E. that are intended for immediate delivery, according to U.S. officials familiar with the arrangement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Missiles and bombs contain heavy metals and other toxic pollutants, which can linger for decades in air, soil and water.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

BTIG’s Jonathan Krinsky is so convinced that he wrote a report and titled it “When Missiles Fly, Time to Buy,”

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

Mrs. Thatcher was on TV yesterday talking to a bunch of schoolkids about Cruise Missiles.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell