In a bid to strengthen America's military arsenal, the Pentagon has urged the U.S defense industry to accelerate the production of weapons in order to replenish depleted stockpiles, including those used in the ongoing conflict with Iran. The call comes as recent fighting has further diminished the already low supply of advanced missile interceptors, raising concerns about the security of U.S forces. In a memo sent to industry leaders, Deputy Defense Secretary Steve Feinberg requested proposals within 21 days to speed up delivery schedules and increase production for critical capabilities. The urgency is driven by the need to address years-long development cycles and expand production capacity immediately due to the heightened threat posed by Iran. The memo serves as a precursor to the fiscal year 2028 budget submission, reflecting an ongoing push to rebuild the defense industrial base. However, experts warn that even with increased funding, it could take at least three years to restore interceptor stockpiles like Patriot and THAAD to pre-war levels. This shortage may compel U.S forces and its Middle Eastern allies to take greater risks in conserving air defenses, potentially leading to a higher risk of incoming Iranian drones or missiles breaching defenses. The defense spending bill is currently stalled in the US Congress due to ongoing disagreements over Trump's military action against Iran and resistance to substantial increases in Pentagon spending.