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Amid the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran, CSIS experts examine the military, diplomatic, and geopolitical implications of a conflict that continues to reshape the Middle East and beyond.

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The U.S. munitions industrial base should be rebuilt and recast for modern wars of precision and attrition. What is a realistic timeline for this goal? By analyzing DOD budget documents and industry announcements, this analysis provides a clearer picture of the planned future.

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Photo: U.S. Central Command Public Affairs/DVIDS
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Photo: LEILA GORCHEV/AFP/Getty Images
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Photo: Sgt. JaDarius Duncan/DVIDS
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