Interceptor Missiles Save Lives, but Stockpiles Are Dwindling
Defense systems that shoot projectiles out of the sky have become one of the most important components of warfare, so much so that militaries face a diminishing supply.
Defense systems that shoot projectiles out of the sky have become one of the most important components of warfare, so much so that militaries face a diminishing supply.
Reports cast doubt on how close the United States is to destroying Iran’s missile capability, a key goal in the war.
A majority of Israelis support the war with Iran, but many doubt that it will solve Israel’s long-term security problems. Some also question their prime minister’s assurances and motives.
President Emmanuel Macron of France expressed disapproval about President Trump’s handling of the war against Iran on Thursday, chastising him for speaking cavalierly in a speech.
The United States and Israel have done significant damage to Iran’s military capabilities. But Iran still fires missiles, has nuclear material and coordinates with militias in the region.
Iran continued to retaliate across the region on Tuesday but markets saw hopes that fighting might ebb. Israel said it would occupy a large chunk of Lebanon even after the war ends.
Barely out of prototype testing, the Precision Strike Missile is shrouded in secrecy — including which Persian Gulf countries the Army is launching them from.
The Pentagon used missiles untested in combat in a deadly attack that struck civilian sites near a military compound on Feb. 28, according to visual evidence examined by The Times and weapons experts.
A wave of strikes across the Middle East in recent days shows that Iran has not lost the capacity to retaliate.
The 15-point plan was delivered via Pakistan, whose army chief has emerged as the key interlocutor between the United States and Iran, officials say.