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The ADF's new missile purchase explained

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Australia is expected to spend more than a billion dollars on new missiles including the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS). Ukraine credits the vehicle-mounted missiles for gains on the battlefield. SBS reporter Lauren Petterson explains more about Australia's missile upgrade.
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