US Navy's BMD forces

The U.S. Navy's ballistic missile defense (BMD) forces are a key component of national security, designed to detect, track, and intercept threats like hostile missiles targeting the U.S. or allied nations. They operate advanced ships, such as guided-missile cruisers and destroyers equipped with sophisticated radar and interceptor missile systems. These ships work together with other military branches to provide layered protection, especially in strategic areas like the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Their goal is to neutralize potential missile threats before they reach their targets, ensuring regional stability and homeland security.