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Interceptor Missiles Save Lives, but Stockpiles Are Dwindling

By NYT World · 2026-04-05
Interceptor Missiles Save Lives, but Stockpiles Are Dwindling
Why it matters: Dwindling interceptor missile stockpiles could leave nations vulnerable to aerial attacks.
Interceptor missiles are proving to be a critical life-aving component in modern warfare, yet their widespread deployment is rapidly depleting global stockpiles. This reliance on defensive projectiles highlights a growing concern for militaries as they face diminishing supplies of these essential systems.

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