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Persian Gulf: 800 missiles in 1-2 days

Persian Gulf: 800 missiles in 1-2 days

According to The Economist, Gulf countries could spend more than 800 surface-to-air missiles in 1–2 days—more than the US can produce in a year for Patriot and THAAD systems. Currently, estimates are based on data about recent purchases and defense budgets of regional states.

Context

Gulf states traditionally invest significant funds in military equipment, with particular emphasis on air defense systems.

Summary:

Gulf countries are consuming missile capacity faster than U.S. production in a year.