Missile Missteps in Europe: A Tale of Two Wars and Wartime Priorities The US military's "beyond critical" shortage of advanced missile interceptors in Europe has sent a shiver down the spines of NATO officials, raising concerns about vulnerabilities to a potential Russian attack.
This dire situation stems from two wars: one fought in the Middle East, and another simmering on the European continent.
American and NATO forces in Europe lack sufficient Patriot missile interceptors to defend against sustained ballistic missile attacks.