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US Intercepted Attack with Weapon Firing 4,500 Rounds Per Minute

Published March 17, 2026, 08:16
US Intercepted Attack with Weapon Firing 4,500 Rounds Per Minute

The United States intercepted an attack with a weapon firing 4,500 rounds per minute, using the C-RAM (Counter-Rocket, Artillery, Mortar) system at the US embassy in Baghdad. The C-RAM system consists of a 20mm Gatling gun, radar, sensors, and communication units, and is capable of destroying incoming targets at a range of 2,000 meters. The Gatling gun fires 4,500 rounds per minute, which are either light armored or high-explosive, offering flexibility in engaging aerial and ground targets. Additionally, it has a self-destruct mechanism to prevent accidental damage in case the target is not hit. The C-RAM system is a derivative of the US Navy's Phalanx weapon system, which is used as a last line of defense for warships against cruise missiles or projectiles that manage to bypass a ship's longer-range defensive lines. The use of C-RAM at the US embassy in Baghdad highlights the increased threat from missile and projectile attacks in the region. The effectiveness of the C-RAM system in intercepting attacks contributes to the protection of US forces and diplomatic facilities in Iraq. Its use demonstrates the priority the United States places on the safety of its personnel and the prevention of further attacks.