US military spending has long been a subject of debate, but a recent surge in the use of costly missiles and air defence interceptors has sparked concerns about the country's readiness for potential conflicts elsewhere. As the US continues to engage with Russia and China in high-stakes diplomacy, the deployment of advanced missile defence systems has raised eyebrows among military analysts and budget watchdogs. With billions of dollars being poured into these high-tech systems, some are questioning whether the US is overextending itself and diverting resources away from more pressing global hotspots. As the world's largest military spender, the US is under pressure to justify its priorities in a rapidly shifting international landscape.
Use of costly missiles and air defence interceptors raises alarm about US readiness for other conflicts
