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Pentagon awards contract to procure NASAMS for Ukraine
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August 27, 2022 5:41 am
U.S.-based Raytheon Missiles and Defense was awarded a $182 million contract to procure the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems (NASAMS) for Ukraine. This mid-range air defense system is highly adaptable and provides defense against drones, cruise missiles, helicopters and aircraft.
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