U.S. Fast-Tracks $8.6 Billion Missile Shield to Israel and Gulf Allies as Iran Threat Reshapes Regional Power Balance

The U.S. is rapidly delivering $8.6 billion in missile defense systems to Israel and Gulf allies in response to Iran's missile and drone attacks, signaling a recalibration of regional force posture. This move comes amid a fragile ceasefire following weeks of reciprocal strikes that exposed vulnerabilities in regional missile defense architectures. The accelerated transfer underscores the strain on U.S. and allied defense supply chains and aims to bolster interoperability across allied networks.