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The Russia-Ukraine war has directly impacted the US defense industrial base by creating supply shortages for equipment provided to Ukraine [1], [2]. Consequently, current investments in the US defense industrial base are being shaped by the need to support Ukraine's immediate warfighting requirements [3], [4].
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Consequences of the Russia-Ukraine War and the Changing Face ... rand.org 4 facts
claimU.S. and European defense industrial base (DIB) investments are currently prioritizing Ukraine’s immediate warfighting needs and the backfill of donor countries' stockpiles.
claimIn the short term, the Russia-Ukraine war has revealed limitations in the supply of 155 mm artillery shells, High Mobility Artillery Rocket System launchers, and Javelin anti-tank missiles made available to Ukraine by Western defense industrial bases.
perspectiveThe U.S. Department of Defense should focus Defense Industrial Base (DIB) investments on long-term requirements for U.S. and allied forces, rather than prioritizing only Ukraine's immediate warfighting needs and the backfilling of donor countries.
claimThe Russia-Ukraine war has exposed challenges for the defense industrial bases (DIBs) of the United States and its allies, specifically regarding the supply of 155 mm artillery shells, High Mobility Artillery Rocket System launchers, and Javelin anti-tank missiles provided to Ukraine.