U.S. missile stockpiles are dwindling and could take years to replenish NPR | By Kat Lonsdorf, Steve Inskeep Published August 5, 2026 at 2:44 AM MDT Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email The war with Iran has fueled a shortage of U.S. long-range precision missiles. Stockpiles are expected to take years to replenish. Copyright 2026 NPR