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US Navy Used Munitions at 'Alarming Rate' To Intercept Iranian Missiles Fired at Israel - News From Antiwar.com
- The U.S. Navy is using munitions at an 'alarming rate' to defend Israel against Iranian missile strikes, according to Admiral James Kilby during a Senate hearing.
- Senator Brian Schatz questioned the Navy’s stocks of SM-3 missiles, to which Kilby confirmed they are sufficient but used quickly.
- Senator Mitch McConnell expressed the need for more air defense interceptors and long-range weapons, highlighting concerns about insufficient supplies in future conflicts.
- Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro stated that increasing missile production is a top priority, on par with shipbuilding efforts.
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US Navy Used Munitions at 'Alarming Rate' To Intercept Iranian Missiles Fired at Israel - News From Antiwar.com
A senior US military official told Congress on Tuesday that the US Navy used munitions at an "alarming rate" while defending Israel from Iranian missiles during the 12-day war that Israel started with massive strikes on Iran. Adm. James Kilby, the acting chief of naval operations, was asked during a…
U.S. Used Up 15-20 Percent of its Global THAAD Anti-Missile Arsenal in Just 11 Days of Mid-Intensity Combat: Cost Over $800 Million
The U.S. Army has been estimated to have consumed 15-20 of all munitions for its globally deployed arsenal of Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) long range anti-missile systems, after deployment to support Israeli air defences during the country’s 11 days of hostilities with Iran. A highly specialised asset designed to intercept medium and intermediate range ballistic missiles, the U.S. Army fields seven systems across five air defence…
America’s Defense Stockpile Wears Thin 'At Alarming Rate' After Defending Israel From Missile Barrage
The U.S. Navy says it’s burning through missile supplies too quickly after helping defend Israel from Iranian attacks. Lawmakers now want answers about whether the military can keep up with global threats. Key Facts: Admiral James Kilby told the Senate Appropriations Committee that the Navy is using SM-3 missiles at an “alarming rate.” The SM-3s were used during the recent defense of Israel against Iranian missile attacks. Sen. Brian Schatz que…
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MSNUS Navy warships are firing top ballistic missile interceptors at an 'alarming rate,' admiral says
US Navy ships have fired a number of SM-3 interceptors to shield Israel from Iranian missile attacks.US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan T. Beard/ReleasedSince last year, US warships have repeatedly fired SM-3 interceptors to defend Israel from Iranian missiles.A top Navy admiral told lawmakers Tuesday that the SM-3s have been depleted at an "alarming rate."These are assets the US would need in a high-end fight.US Nav…
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