Pentagon asks industry to speed weapon production with 21-day plans

The Defense Department has told defense industry leaders to submit plans within 21 days to dramatically accelerate production and delivery of weapons. This push follows reports of depleted long‑range missiles during the Iran conflict, with CSIS estimating refills will take years, highlighting a strategic vulnerability as the U.S. weighs future conflicts. Officials emphasize that accelerating production with industry partners is a continuing effort, not a new initiative.