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Greek Patriots Intercept Iranian Missiles: A Cutting-Edge Technology Platform

Published March 20, 2026, 12:16
Greek Patriots Intercept Iranian Missiles: A Cutting-Edge Technology Platform

The interception of Iranian ballistic missiles by Greek Patriot systems in Saudi Arabia highlights the technological superiority of these air defense systems. The Patriot system is based on a phased array radar that can detect and track multiple targets simultaneously, quickly calculating their trajectory and speed. The reaction speed is impressive, with the system able to engage targets in less than 9 seconds. Patriot missiles move at supersonic speeds, reaching 5,600 km/h (PAC-2) or more (PAC-3), allowing interception of targets in a descending trajectory. The newer PAC-3 version uses hit-to-kill technology, hitting the target directly with kinetic energy, increasing accuracy. The system can track hundreds of tracks and engage up to nine targets simultaneously. The system architecture is network-centric, allowing connection to other air defense systems and early warning networks. This increases its operational effectiveness and its ability to deal with saturated attacks. The successful interception of Iranian missiles in Saudi Arabia demonstrates the value and effectiveness of the Patriot systems.