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26 August 2026

Australia wanted more US missiles. The Iran war may make them harder to get.

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Australia wanted more US missiles. The Iran war may make them harder to get.

Canberra is racing to build its own munitions industry as analysts warn U. S. weapons deliveries to allies could face delays.

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