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Sweden logs first Taurus cruise missile launch from Gripen fighter

On August 21st, the Swedish air force conducted its inaugural test of the Taurus.

Sweden logs first Taurus cruise missile launch from Gripen fighter

On August 21st, the Swedish air force conducted its inaugural test of the Taurus KEPD 350 long-range cruise missile launched directly from a Saab Gripen fighter aircraft. This successful firing occurred at the Vidsel Test Range in Sweden. The Taurus is specifically engineered to overcome sophisticated air defenses through low-level flight and terrain following capabilities. Military officials confirmed this historic event marking a significant advancement for the Swedish armed forces. Further details regarding the specific parameters of the launch remain undisclosed pending ongoing analysis.


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