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Why are weapons stocks low?
The story suggests that the US has used a significant amount of its precision-guided rockets, likely due to ongoing global conflicts or aid to allies. This depletion means replacements are needed, but manufacturing new weapons takes a considerable amount of time, creating a potential gap in defence capabilities.
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