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The deep strike is a kinetic or non-kinetic action that is fully integrated into the modern conflict. It is carried out with conventional weaponry and produces either strategic-level effects by targeting decisive points and centers of gravity, or operative or tactical-level effects by neutralizing or even destroying the coherence of the opposing system. Conducted beyond the terrestrial zone of influence, it forms part of a coherent C4ISR system and could, in France, be based on a mixed capability comprising a few hypersonic missiles, dozens of supersonic missiles, hundreds of low-cost subsonic missiles and, above all, several thousand remotely-operated and gliding munitions.