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Ballistic missile defence, so long an American dream but given short shrift by most of Europe, is now firmly on the agenda, and Britain looks set to play a significant role.
However, this country is already part of the United States’ so-called “Son of Star Wars” programme, after the Government gave permission for the radar network at RAF Fylingdales in North Yorkshire to be upgraded for advanced early-warning tracking of any ballistic nuclear missile launch.
Geographically, Britain is in a prime location to contribute to America’s plan for an antimissile system capable of providing a shield against a limited attack from the Middle East or North Korea.… Seguir leyendo »