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Infographic by The Sunday Times and CSIS showing critical shortages of Patriot, THAAD, Tomahawk, and PrSM missiles in the US, with data on used and remaining stocks.

Critical Deficit: The Sunday Times and CSIS Confirm Depletion of US Missile Stockpiles

Politics 08/16/2026, 21:13
🇺🇸 **US Missile Hunger**: The Sunday Times and CSIS confirm critical depletion of Pentagon stockpiles. Tomahawk reserves have dropped by 50%, with fewer than 800 PAC-3 missiles remaining. The war with Iran and support for Ukraine have led to an industrial collapse. 🚨 The US risks losing the ability to deter China in the event of a conflict over Taiwan. #USA #Iran #DefenseIndustry #CSIS
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THAAD missile launcher in UAE desert: symbol of new phase in Middle East air defense evolution

UAE Orders Latest THAAD Launchers for $211 Million: How Air Defense Rules Are Changing in the Middle East

Politics 08/14/2026, 08:29
🇦🇪 UAE orders new THAAD C3 launchers for $211 million. Lockheed Martin to upgrade Emirates' air defense system after 2026 conflicts. 🚀 Key facts: — Implementation of C3 standard and Build 5.0 software. — Distributed architecture for protecting scattered assets. — Experience with Iran highlighted the need for flexibility. 🇺🇦 For comparison: Ukraine plans to start producing Patriot missiles by the end of 2026, but has not yet received a license from the US. #UAE #THAAD #AirDefense #MilitaryTechnology #LockheedMartin
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in his office with the Ukrainian flag in the background, discussing the critical shortage of Patriot missiles for air defense

Critical Air Defense Deficit: Zelenskyy States Ukraine Has Only 1% of Required Patriot Missiles to Counter Russian Ballistics

Politics 08/13/2026, 08:07
🚨 Zelenskyy: Ukraine has only 1% of required Patriot missiles! 🇺🇦🇺🇸 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated in an interview with CNN that the country has only a tenth of the required missile defense systems to deter Russian attacks. According to him, 5% would be enough to survive the winter, while 10% would be enough to destroy all Russian ballistics. 📉 In 2026, interceptors are 2.5 times fewer than in 2025. 📞 Zelenskyy: 'I do things I cannot share.' 🤔 Trump's promises about producing Patriots in Ukraine remain in question. #Ukraine #AirDefense #Zelenskyy #Patriot #Russia
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Donald Trump in front of American flags, emotionally delivering a speech, contrasting with his secret escape from the NATO summit in Turkey through a food truck due to Iran threat.

Secret Escape: How Trump Left the NATO Summit in Turkey via a Catering Van Due to Iran Threat

Politics 08/11/2026, 05:36
🇺🇸 **Secret Operation in Turkey:** Trump left the NATO summit not on "Air Force One," but in a catering van! 🕵️‍♂️ Due to a threat from Iran, the Secret Service used an old Boeing 747 as a decoy. The President was secretly transferred to a military C-32A aircraft. 🇺🇦 **Ukraine and Air Defense:** At the summit, Trump promised Zelenskyy help with Patriots, but is now refusing to issue licenses. 🔥 **Context:** The U.S. resumed strikes on Iran, increasing risks for NATO leaders in Ankara. #Trump #NATO #Security #Ukraine #Politics
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Patriot missile defense system on a training ground: US fears sharing licenses with Ukraine

Why the US does not want to transfer Patriot licenses to Ukraine: Fear of a 'cheap' competitor

Politics 08/10/2026, 05:02
🇺🇸 US does not want to transfer Patriot licenses to Ukraine: Fear of a 'cheap' competitor 🚀 American Patriot manufacturers fear that Ukraine will set up mass production of missiles faster and cheaper. Zelenskyy blames bureaucracy for the delays, but sources speak of the commercial interests of Raytheon and Lockheed Martin. Trump is also doubting the transfer of technology. #Ukraine #USA #Patriot #MilitaryAid
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Patriot missile system at Bundeswehr base in Mecheren, where military drone flyovers were detected

Night raid on the 'Patriot Yard': Series of military drone flyovers detected over a key Bundeswehr depot in Meckenheim

Politics 08/08/2026, 12:42
🚨 Night raid on the 'Patriot Yard': Series of military drone flyovers detected over a key Bundeswehr depot in Meckenheim. 📍 The facility in Meckenheim (North Rhine-Westphalia) is an underground warehouse 130 meters deep where Patriot air defense systems are repaired. 🛸 On the night of August 8, 2026, security recorded 6 flyovers. One drone circled over the police. ⚠️ Probable model: Fly-380 VTOL (wingspan 3.8 m, payload capacity >10 kg). 🕵️‍♂️ Investigation led by MAD and the Criminal Police. The accidental flight theory has been rejected. 🇩🇪 Incident occurs against the backdrop of a drone with explosives found in Leipzig on August 5. #Germany #Bundeswehr #Drones #AirDefense #Patriot
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Ballistic Terror: July Results and Critical Shortage of Interceptors in Ukraine's Air Defense

Ballistic Terror: July Results and Critical Shortage of Interceptors in Ukraine's Air Defense

Politics 08/07/2026, 16:01
🚨 <b>July Results: Ukraine's Air Defense at the Limit</b> In July 2026, the enemy deployed more than 9,000 strike drones and missiles. The main challenge is ballistic terror. 📉 <b>Key Figures:</b> • 44 out of 46 cruise missiles shot down (night of July 2). • Only 4 out of 28 ballistic missiles intercepted. • More than 48,000 tactical UAVs neutralized. 🚀 <b>The Problem:</b> Critical shortage of interceptor missiles. Zelenskyy stated the urgent need for supplies. 🤝 <b>The Solution:</b> Negotiations with the USA and Japan regarding the production of Patriots. New appointments in the Air Defense Command. #Ukraine #AirDefense #Ballistics #Patriot #Zelenskyy
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