AP: Stocurile de rachete Patriot ale SUA în Europa au ajuns la un nivel "mai mult decât critic" din cauza războiului cu Iranul

The U.S. military faces a severe shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles in Europe, primarily due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. This raises concerns about NATO's defense capabilities against potential Russian attacks. Officials indicate that current stocks are insufficient to counter sustained ballistic missile strikes, similar to Ukraine's situation. While the U.S. maintains that it has adequate resources, the reality of depleted stocks is evident, especially with the transfer of missiles to Ukraine. Alternatives like the SAMP/T NG system are being considered, but they have limitations. The situation highlights the impact of geopolitical conflicts on military readiness.