Iran's Missile Tactics Challenge U.S. Air Defenses Amid Interceptor Stock Pressure

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Iranian forces have developed tactics to challenge U.S. missile defenses in the Middle East, including missiles capable of changing course mid-flight and coordinated drone and missile attacks. These methods have pressured U.S. Patriot interceptor stocks, which have been heavily used and are replenished slowly. Experts note Iran's adaptation of Russian tactics complicates air defense efforts. While U.S. officials acknowledge the strain on missile supplies, Iran claims it can produce ballistic missiles faster than they are intercepted, raising concerns about the sustainability of U.S. defenses.