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In the nation’s interior, Omaha stands out due to its proximity to Offutt Air Force Base, a central hub for U.S. nuclear operations. Nearby, Colorado Springs hosts the headquarters of NORAD, responsible for aerospace warning and control. These locations lack the global visibility of coastal cities, yet their operational importance places them squarely within strategic calculations.

The Southwest also features prominently. Albuquerque, home to Kirtland Air Force Base, contains one of the largest concentrations of nuclear-related infrastructure in North America. Laboratories, storage facilities, and command systems converge in the region, making it another potential early target in scenarios focused on disabling nuclear capabilities.