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Pentagon's Missile Defense Crisis | Wilmington News
The Pentagon’s missile defense arsenal is in crisis, with Patriot and THAAD interceptors plummeting to dangerously low levels—forcing a strategic rethink as the U.S. faces Iran’s relentless barrage. Built for precision, not scale, these systems take years to produce, making rapid replenishment nearly impossible. Iran’s strategy of sustained strikes is forcing the U.S. to burn through billions in interceptors while questioning the cost in lives and resources. To counter this, the Pentagon is requesting $18 billion in emergency funding, exploring cheaper munitions, and turning to Silicon Valley…
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