111 missiles, 0 hits: From Barak-8 to SM‑6 — Inside the layered defence of modern warships

Naval vessels face numerous threats, necessitating advanced defensive systems for protection. Modern warships employ missiles and guns to counter aerial and anti-ship threats. The United States uses maritime pressure as a lever against Iran today. Iranian missile salvos were likely intercepted by Standard-series missiles. These systems defend warships and merchant vessels from various attacks.