US launches hypersonic missile in major step toward rapid strike capability

The United States has successfully tested a hypersonic missile exceeding speeds of Mach 5 in a joint operation between the Army and Navy. The test marks a critical milestone in advancing America's ability to deliver precision strikes on high-value targets at unprecedented speeds. This demonstration underscores the Pentagon's push to stay ahead in the global race for hypersonic weaponry, a domain increasingly contested by rivals like China and Russia. The technology's potential to compress decisi