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Ballistic missiles are rocket-propelled strategic weapons that follow a suborbital flight path to deliver conventional or nuclear warheads to distant targets. These projectiles are categorized by range—from short-range tactical variants to intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) capable of crossing oceans. In the current global security landscape, the development and deployment of ballistic technology remain central to international defense strategies, as seen in the expansion of China’s PLA Rocket Force and the deployment of advanced interception systems like the U.S. THAAD in high-conflict zones. Coverage on AllNewsChannels tracks the technological evolution of these systems, their role in nuclear deterrence, and the geopolitical tensions arising from missile tests and regional defense escalations reported by leading outlets like the WSJ, Bloomberg, and the BBC.