Defense restructuring, platform-focused budgeting, and active regional combat deplete critical US missile stockpiles, raising peer conflict risks.
Monday, August 24, 2026
Defense restructuring, platform-focused budgeting, and active regional combat deplete critical US missile stockpiles, raising peer conflict risks.
A detailed CSIS breakdown of the ~$40 billion Epic Fury Cost, from munitions and base repairs to the looming budget fight.
Iran war cost: $11.3B first six days, $16.5B at day 12. Munitions transition after day 5.