USA rushes to restock THAAD stocks; can $35000000000 save Trump & allies as he 'restarts' Iran war?

Published on Jun 29, 2026 07:17 am IST

The United States is racing to replenish its THAAD missile shield after massive interceptor use during the Iran conflict. A new contract worth up to $35 billion aims to boost annual THAAD production from under 100 missiles to nearly 400. Reports claim hundreds of interceptors were expended defending against Iranian missile barrages, raising questions about U.S. stockpiles, costs, and readiness for future wars. Can Washington rebuild its missile defenses fast enough, or has Iran exposed a critical weakness? Watch this report for the latest developments and what they mean for regional security.

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