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West Asia's Missile Attrition Game: Iran's Barrage vs. Scarce Interceptors

Iran launched retaliatory attacks after joint US-Israeli strikes. Representational image/Reuters

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News18•03-03-2026, 21:47

West Asia's Missile Attrition Game: Iran's Barrage vs. Scarce Interceptors

•Iran launches continuous waves of ballistic/cruise missiles and drones against Gulf states (US bases, oil infrastructure) and Israel.
•Hundreds of short-range missiles and drones target Gulf states; 350 medium-range missiles hit Israel, testing allied defenses.
•Advanced air defense systems (Patriot, THAAD, Arrow) intercept, but interceptor missiles are extremely costly (~$4M each) and slow to produce.
•Interceptor stockpiles are scarce, with limited annual production unable to meet high demand, leading to "alarming" consumption rates.
•Allied efforts to destroy Iranian launchers are challenging due to Iran's terrain and "guerrilla mode" operations, making the attrition war critical.

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