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US Missile Stockpiles Depleted in Iran War, Replenishment Years Away

4/28/2026

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The United States depleted missile stockpiles in the Iran war by firing 1,000+ Tomahawk and 1,100 JASSM-ER missiles and deploying 130-250 SM-3, 190-290 THAAD and 1,060-1,430 Patriot interceptors.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies says losses equal 27% of Tomahawks and two-thirds of Patriots.
Officials estimate replenishment may need six years, pre-war levels one to four years, while Pentagon is reviewing Taiwan plans after Operation Epic Fury ends.

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Story summary

The United States depleted missile stockpiles in the Iran war by firing 1,000+ Tomahawk and 1,100 JASSM-ER missiles and deploying 130-250 SM-3, 190-290 THAAD and 1,060-1,430 Patriot interceptors.
The Center for Strategic and International Studies says losses equal 27% of Tomahawks and two-thirds of Patriots.
Officials estimate replenishment may need six years, pre-war levels one to four years, while Pentagon is reviewing Taiwan plans after Operation Epic Fury ends.