projectiles

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What matters is the mass production of cheap and lethal projectiles that are adapted in real time, not long-term investment in big and vulnerable platforms that become outdated fast.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Reports say the group has held talks with Israel's Rafael Advanced Defence Systems about making components there for the Iron Dome air defence system, including heavy-duty trucks and electricity generators but not the projectiles themselves.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

It said 111 projectiles were shot down or intercepted, but recorded 20 direct hits in 13 locations.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

It still might not be the best idea to let people throw projectiles as the night goes on, though.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Unfortunately, the recoil knocked the easel sideways and sent more projectiles shooting all over the room.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan