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Australia's Navy Tests Tomahawk Cruise Missile for First Time, Becomes Third Country After US and UK

Dec 10, 2024, 11:39 AM

On December 4th, the Australian Navy successfully conducted its first test launch of a US-made Tomahawk cruise missile from an Australian warship during a training exercise. Videos released by the Australian Ministry of Defence showcased the event. With this test, Australia becomes the third country, after the United States and the United Kingdom, to possess Tomahawk cruise missiles, enhancing its maritime strike capabilities and demonstrating its commitment to regional security.