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'Race of Attrition': U.S. Military's Finite Interceptor Stockpile

U.S. defense officials warn that the nation’s interceptor missile stockpile, estimated at roughly 1,200 units, is finite and could be depleted if Operation Epic Fury’s timeline expands. Production lines are unable to scale quickly enough to replace losses incurred in a high‑intensity conflict. Analysts highlight that congressional funding delays further constrain the development of next‑generation interceptors. The article underscores a looming capability gap that could undermine U.S. missile‑defense posture.