The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | September 17th, 2025: China Furious Over U.S. Missile Deployment in Japan & Russia’s Child Camps Exposed
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Sep 17, 2025 Tensions rise as the U.S. Army deploys a new missile system in Japan, angering China and sparking fears of an arms race. In a shocking report, thousands of Ukrainian children are revealed to be held in Russian facilities, where they endure indoctrination and military training. The discussion sheds light on the geopolitical implications of these actions and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Ukraine.
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Land-Based Firepower Reaches China's Doorstep
- The U.S. Army deployed the Typhon mid-range launcher in Japan, bringing ship-based SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles ashore.
- That move shortens flight times to China's eastern seaboard and forces Beijing to plan around new land-based threats.
A Dual-Purpose Mobile Strike System
- Typhon pairs SM-6 anti-air/anti-ship missiles with long-range Tomahawks on a mobile truck platform.
- The combination provides both layered defense and deep strike options in a single, flexible system.
Tomahawk Range Alters Strike Geometry
- Tomahawks now reach 900–1,000 miles, putting Shanghai and parts of Beijing within range from southwestern Japan.
- This reduces the need for risky naval proximity to hit deep inland targets.