US Patriot missile stocks in Europe reach critical levels amid Iran conflict
US defence officials say Patriot missile interceptor supplies in Europe have fallen to critically low levels due to the Iran war.
US defence officials have warned that stocks of Patriot missile interceptors in Europe have reached critically low levels. The interceptors are used to shoot down Russia's high-speed ballistic missiles. The shortfall is described as the most concerning aspect of current military supply challenges.
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US Patriot missile stocks in Europe are 'beyond critical' due to Iran war, officials say
The US defence official said the most concerning shortfall involves Patriot missile interceptors, which can shoot down Russia’s high-speed ballistic missiles.