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U.S. warns allies air-defense deliveries delayed up to five years

By Drooid · Sep 19, 2026, 10:21 AM UTC · How we work

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U.S. warned allies that air-defense deliveries could be delayed up to five years.
Germany asked Washington to accelerate Tomahawk missiles and Typhon launchers, citing depleted stocks that render five-year fulfillment unlikely.
U.S. stockpiles have lost half of advanced Patriot missiles, a third of Tomahawks, and half of THAAD interceptors.
President Donald Trump said he is discussing a less-sophisticated Patriot version or licensing production for allies.

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U.S. warned allies that air-defense deliveries could be delayed up to five years.
Germany asked Washington to accelerate Tomahawk missiles and Typhon launchers, citing depleted stocks that render five-year fulfillment unlikely.
U.S. stockpiles have lost half of advanced Patriot missiles, a third of Tomahawks, and half of THAAD interceptors.
President Donald Trump said he is discussing a less-sophisticated Patriot version or licensing production for allies.