# Taiwan Tests HIMARS for Deterrence

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-06-10T10:02:25+00:00
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Taiwan’s military just put its new HIMARS rocket systems through a high-stakes drill off the west coast, showcasing their “shoot-and-scoot” mobility to survive enemy fire — the same tech Ukraine’s been using to great effect. This isn’t just a test; it’s part of Taiwan’s broader “porcupine” defense strategy to deter invasion, especially since the west coast is the most likely landing zone. Paired with their Thunderbolt-2000 launchers, these systems aim to strike Chinese forces at sea or onshore, making any invasion prohibitively costly. Officials confirmed the HIMARS performed flawlessly, reinforcing Taiwan’s commitment to self-defense and democratic resilience against external threats. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/da59dac58c0d6fb4

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