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The U.S. Missile Stockpile Is Dangerously Low
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31:35Now PlayingAs the fighting with Iran has dragged on, American forces have been burning through their weapons, creating a shortage of munitions that is leaving the United States and its allies in the region much more vulnerable.
Today, Eric Schmitt, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, explains why Washington is running out of key missiles so quickly, and how the munitions shortage might affect the safety of U.S. troops and the Trump administration’s efforts to end the war.
GuestEric Schmitt () , a national security correspondent for The New York Times.
Background readingThe war in Iran has depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles () , resulting in a significant erosion of firepower.
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