👉 The Adelaide missiles, also known as the Aegis Ashore or Aegis BMD (Ballistic Missile Defense) system, are a series of advanced missile defense systems developed by Israel and deployed in various locations around the world, including South Africa. These systems are designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles in their midcourse phase, typically between 500 and 1,000 kilometers from the launch site. In South Africa, the Adelaide missiles are part of a broader missile defense network aimed at protecting against potential threats from regional conflicts, particularly those involving ballistic missiles. The system consists of surface-to-air missile (SAM) batteries equipped with interceptors, such as the Israeli Iron Dome, which can engage and neutralize threats mid-flight, providing a critical layer of defense for the country.
