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Senators seek lessons from recent strikes over Iran as Air Force highlights munitions and production needs
Summary
Committee members praised service operations in recent strikes over Iran and pushed leaders on munitions inventories, production challenges and lessons from Ukraine and Israel for counter‑UAS and force protection.
Chairman McConnell and multiple senators opened the hearing by citing the recent operations over Iran and praising the “skill and professionalism” of U.S. airmen. Chairman McConnell said the strikes demonstrated American global power but used the moment to press for sustained modernization and munitions production.
Secretary Mink and Gen. David Allen described the operation as a demonstration of precision and reach and said the department will continue to provide the president a full range of military options. Senators…
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