Dubai (Monitoring Desk): US-made advanced missile defence systems provided to Gulf countries—long described as an “impenetrable shield” for the region—have reportedly failed to perform as expected during recent Iranian retaliatory strikes, raising serious questions about their operational effectiveness.
The United States has long based its security assurances to Gulf allies on these advanced defence systems, which include high-altitude interception systems and Patriot missile batteries.
These systems were designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles in their final phase and were also expected to counter low-range missile and drone attacks.
Over the past several years, Gulf countries have invested billions of dollars in these defence systems, with the expectation that modern technology would provide near-complete protection against missile threats.
However, the recent developments have sparked debate over their real-world performance, prompting defence experts and policymakers to reassess existing security strategies in the region.
