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U.S. Navy Faces Critical Missile Shortage Amid Operations

10/29/2025

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The U.S. Navy faces a critical missile shortage after extensive operations against Houthi militants, with missiles fired Oct 2023–Jan 2025 exceeding last 30 years.
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group alone launched 155 defensive and 135 offensive missiles.
Experts warn the depletion jeopardizes U.S. naval readiness against the People’s Liberation Army Navy and urge urgent production increases and logistical improvements.

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Story summary

The U.S. Navy faces a critical missile shortage after extensive operations against Houthi militants, with missiles fired Oct 2023–Jan 2025 exceeding last 30 years.
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group alone launched 155 defensive and 135 offensive missiles.
Experts warn the depletion jeopardizes U.S. naval readiness against the People’s Liberation Army Navy and urge urgent production increases and logistical improvements.