US Military Faces Critical Shortage of Interceptors

The US military is facing a critical shortage of interceptors, with stockpiles of Patriot and THAAD systems dropping significantly, necessitating rationing. As of July 27, the number of Patriots has fallen to between 759 and 827, while THAADs are down to between 234 and 278, raising concerns about the US's ability to respond to threats.

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