US Navy Used Munitions at 'Alarming Rate' To Intercept Iranian Missiles Fired at Israel - News From Antiwar.com

US Navy Used Munitions at 'Alarming Rate' To Intercept Iranian Missiles Fired at Israel - News From Antiwar.com

A senior US military official told Congress on Tuesday that the US Navy used munitions at an "alarming rate" while defending Israel from Iranian missiles during the 12-day war that Israel started with massive strikes on Iran. Adm. James Kilby, the acting chief of naval operations, was asked during a…

U.S. Navy Used Up Missiles at "Alarming Rate" to Defeat Iranian Strikes

The end of hostilities between Iran and Israel appears to be good news for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. Among other assets in the inventory, the confli...

America’s Defense Stockpile Wears Thin 'At Alarming Rate' After Defending Israel From Missile Barrage

The U.S. Navy says it’s burning through missile supplies too quickly after helping defend Israel from Iranian attacks. Lawmakers now want answers about whether the military can keep up with global threats. Key Facts: Admiral James Kilby told the Senate Appropriations Committee that the Navy is using SM-3 missiles at an “alarming rate.” The SM-3s were used during the recent defense of Israel against Iranian missile attacks. Sen. Brian Schatz que…

US Navy warships are firing top ballistic missile interceptors at an 'alarming rate,' admiral says

US Navy ships have fired a number of SM-3 interceptors to shield Israel from Iranian missile attacks.US Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan T. Beard/ReleasedSince last year, US warships have repeatedly fired SM-3 interceptors to defend Israel from Iranian missiles.A top Navy admiral told lawmakers Tuesday that the SM-3s have been depleted at an "alarming rate."These are assets the US would need in a high-end fight.US Nav…

Navy using munitions at 'alarming’ speed to defend Israel

Military officials addressed Senate concerns about depleting munitions after Israel defense operations, with Navy Secretary John Phelan calling production a "huge priority."

Navy Chief Makes 'Alarming' Comment About How Fast US Going Through Munitions

US Navy Chief warns of rapid munitions use amid Iran-Israel conflict.