Pentagon calls for rapid weapons production as stockpiles tighten

09 August, 2026, 11:05 pm

Last modified: 09 August, 2026, 11:06 pm

Pentagon calls for rapid weapons production as stockpiles tighten

09 August, 2026, 11:05 pm

Last modified: 09 August, 2026, 11:06 pm

The Pentagon has ordered defense companies to ramp up production as U.S. Patriot and THAAD interceptor stocks dwindle in a protracted war with Iran, raising concerns that the United States and its allies could face a weapons shortage if the war drags on.

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