US Stockpiles Strained Amid Operation Epic Fury
The Pentagon is considering redirecting air defense interceptor missiles originally earmarked for Ukraine to the Middle East, where Operation Epic Fury has depleted critical munitions, straining US stockpiles. The potential diversion, worth roughly $750 million, could impact PURL deliveries and may not include air defense capabilities in future shipments. The US military has already redirected air defense missiles from Europe and the Indo-Pacific to Central Command. The decision has not been made, but European diplomats are concerned about potential delays and disruptions to PURL deliveries to Ukraine, as reported by the Washington Post.