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U.S. Pauses New Patriot Missile Sales to Taiwan

9/8/2026

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The United States paused new Patriot missile sales to Taiwan because inventory shortages from the Iran war.
The Defense Department said about 2,200 Patriot missiles existed before the Iran conflict, with roughly 600 sent to Ukraine.
CSIS estimates only 10-22% of pre-Iran Patriot interceptors remain in the U.S. stockpile.
Rep. Michael McCaul warned delayed deliveries hurt allies’ ability to protect themselves.

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The United States paused new Patriot missile sales to Taiwan because inventory shortages from the Iran war.
The Defense Department said about 2,200 Patriot missiles existed before the Iran conflict, with roughly 600 sent to Ukraine.
CSIS estimates only 10-22% of pre-Iran Patriot interceptors remain in the U.S. stockpile.
Rep. Michael McCaul warned delayed deliveries hurt allies’ ability to protect themselves.