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Israel faces interceptor shortage as Iran introduces cluster-warhead missiles

Israel has reportedly informed the United States that its stockpile of interceptor missiles is approaching critical levels amid continued missile exchanges with Iran.

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The concern comes as Iran is believed to be developing new ballistic missiles equipped with cluster warheads, a capability that could significantly complicate air defense operations.

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Military analysts say such warheads can release multiple submunitions during flight, increasing the challenge for interception systems and potentially overwhelming existing air defense networks.

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