A recent 12-day conflict saw Iran launch 574 missiles at Israel, overwhelming even advanced US and Israeli missile defense systems.
The US deployed two of its seven THAAD systems to Israel, using up 14% of its global stockpile in the process. This intense usage has left both nations with depleted missile reserves, and experts warn it could take years to replenish these critical defenses. The incident highlights a significant vulnerability in the US and its allies' ability to withstand large-scale missile attacks.
The high cost and slow production of advanced interceptors like THAAD raise urgent concerns about future preparedness.
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