„Having the systems themselves is not enough. Full deterrence requires a sufficient number of missiles. This purchase from the United States contributes significantly to the strengthening of Lithuania’s defence capabilities and to the long-term enhancement of the Lithuanian Armed Forces’ combat capabilities,“ National Defence Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas said.
The Javelin medium-range anti-tank missile system is a modern weapon capable of destroying present-day tanks with reactive armour in daylight and darkness at ranges of 75 metres to 2.5 kilometres.
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