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Pentagon Shifts Missiles from NATO to Middle East Operations

3/26/2026

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The Pentagon is evaluating redirecting air defense interceptor missiles from a NATO initiative for Ukraine to support Middle East operations.
Admiral Brad Cooper (U.S. Navy) reported targeting more than 10,000 sites in Iran.
A Pentagon spokesperson reaffirmed that U.S. and allied forces will have the necessary resources.
NATO officials confirmed ongoing Ukraine support, pledging several billion dollars for arms and indicating that equipment flows to Kyiv.

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The Pentagon is evaluating redirecting air defense interceptor missiles from a NATO initiative for Ukraine to support Middle East operations.
Admiral Brad Cooper (U.S. Navy) reported targeting more than 10,000 sites in Iran.
A Pentagon spokesperson reaffirmed that U.S. and allied forces will have the necessary resources.
NATO officials confirmed ongoing Ukraine support, pledging several billion dollars for arms and indicating that equipment flows to Kyiv.