Mistral 3

Mistral Missile: France’s Short-Range Air Defense System Explained

This guide unpacks the Mistral missile and how it delivers fast, mobile air defense against low-flying threats in modern combat environments.

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Romania Buys French Mistral Air Defense Systems in Over $700M Deal

Romania’s Ministry of National Defence has finalized a 625-million-euro ($724-million) deal to acquire Mistral short-range air defense systems from France.

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US Army Awards Mistral $982M Contract for Lethal Drones

The US Army has awarded Mistral $982 million to provide lethal unmanned systems as the Pentagon increases its reliance on drones for future combat.

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MBDA Upgrades MISTRAL 3 Missile for Counter Drone, Fast Craft Threats

MBDA has upgraded its MISTRAL 3 very short-range air defense missile to target and destroy fast inshore attack craft.

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Philippine Navy Fires Mistral 3 Missiles for First Time

In a first, a Philippine Navy (PN) guided missile frigate has successfully test-fired two Mistral 3 surface-to-air missiles, hitting two drone targets. 

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European Countries Sign Joint Mistral Missile Acquisition Agreement

A group of five European countries have signed a framework agreement to jointly acquire the Mistral 3 air defense missile.

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