Al-Aalam highlights the potential paralysis of Tel Aviv and a significant decline in its defensive capabilities should such a conflict arise. The report indicates that Israel has utilized a substantial portion of its interceptor systems not only against attacks from Yemen and Iran but also during operations in Gaza and against Hezbollah. This overuse could create a ‘major gap’ in Israel’s defense in the event of direct confrontation with Tehran.
The report further explains that some Israeli aircraft have refrained from launching interceptor missiles due to limited stockpiles. In response to this shortage, the Ministry of Defense has requested an increase in military supplies. Walla emphasizes that the United States is facing a similar dilemma regarding its Patriot missile reserves, which have been depleted following shipments to support Ukraine. This situation presents the U.S. government with a critical decision: whether to retain missiles for Ukraine and Israel or to reserve them for potential confrontations.
Walla’s analysis suggests that an increase in production could lead to lower prices for munitions. However it also points to the limitations in access to U.S. offensive ammunition indicating that the United States may struggle to initiate similar attacks without new shipments.
