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Published: March 30, 2025
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#Acquisitions 🇲🇦🇺🇸 | Does the arrival of the #Patriot missile defense system in Morocco signal a shift in its approach to regional threats? 🧵

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The Patriot system, known for its advanced capabilities in intercepting ballistic missiles, is a critical asset for many nations. Its deployment to Morocco for potential testing signals a deeper commitment to strengthening the country's air defense capabilities

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But here's where things get interesting: Alongside the Patriot, Morocco has also signed a deal to procure C2BMC (Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications) CDS (Cross-Domain Solutions) solutions from Northrop Grumman and Owl Cyber Defense. What’s the connection?

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C2BMC is a vital system that integrates missile defense platforms, providing real-time situational awareness and command control and sensor fusion. This would significantly enhance Morocco’s defense capabilities when combined with systems like the Patriot or Barak-8 MX

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The arrival of the Patriot system and the procurement of C2BMC suggest Morocco might be positioning itself to become part of a more integrated missile defense network, potentially coordinating with NATO and other allied forces especially after knowing that Morocco uses TDLs

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PAC-3 MSE if purchased will add the capability to intercept MRBM threats and MaRV targets as seen in Saudi Arabia such as the Zulfiqar , Burqan-2H and Qiam

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In conclusion, the arrival of the #Patriot system and the purchase of C2BMC solutions are not just technical upgrades. They represent a major upgrade in Morocco's missile defense in its short and medium classes

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Could the next stop for Morocco be the THAAD ABM system ? this majorly depends on the regional threats we might face such as Iranian missiles procured by the Algerian regime This is a parapgraph that specifically mentions Iran as an enemy of Morocco along the other states

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