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The massive financial commitments underpin the importance placed on these new weapons systems. Building and maintaining a fleet of a hundred B-21 bombers represents a strategic gamble; by overwhelming opponents’ defenses, they aim to create an impenetrable shield of deterrence. These investments reflect a belief that having a formidable military presence discourages aggression.
The conversation also touches on the broader theme of military innovation as a form of psychological warfare—by projecting strength, the goal is to ensure that rivals believe escalation is futile.