A recent 12-day war between Israel and Iran exposed significant vulnerabilities in the US missile defense stockpile, particularly the high-end THAAD system.
The US used 14% of its global THAAD interceptor inventory to help defend Israel, raising concerns about the ability to respond to future threats. Analysts warn that replenishing these expensive interceptors could take years, highlighting both the high cost and slow production rates. The conflict also underscored Israel's reliance on US military support and the potential leverage this gives Washington.
Experts say the episode is a wake-up call for US and allied defense planning amid rising global tensions.
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