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US Military Budget Focuses on Drones, Air Defense

The US military's new budget seeks tens of billions for drones, air defense, and fighter jets used in the Iran war.

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U.S. military officials are calling for tens of billions of dollars in the next budget year to boost spending on drones, air defense systems, and fighter jets. These assets have been a key part of fighting the ongoing war with Iran. The budget request reflects a strategic shift to replenish and modernize capabilities heavily utilized in recent conflicts.

e/eineurope · topic · T-03908cycle Tuesday, 21 April 2026 at 17:58 UTC · first reported 21 Apr