US Has Nearly Exhausted Long-Range Precision Missile Stocks During Iran War: Reuters

The United States has nearly exhausted its supply of ATACMS and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM), crucial long-range precision weapons, during the ongoing five-month war with Iran. Sources familiar with the data revealed this significant depletion, which had not been publicly disclosed before.

While the exact number of remaining missiles was not revealed, the scale of the Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and the newer PrSM stockpiles has been severely reduced. Additionally, the U.S. has used less than half of its global Tomahawk cruise missile inventory since the conflict began.

These long-range precision missiles are vital for the U.S. military, enabling strikes on targets from significant distances and are considered essential for potential conflicts against heavily defended adversaries like China. The reported depletion highlights the challenges the U.S. military faces in maintaining missile inventories while supporting major overseas operations and preparing for future conflicts.

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far more munitions than anyone in the world

In response to inquiries about U.S. weapons stockpiles, the White House issued a statement from President Donald Trump asserting that the country possesses "far more munitions than anyone in the world" and "far more than we need." Trump added that U.S. defense companies are currently producing munitions at unprecedented levels, expanding manufacturing facilities and equipment accordingly.

Despite the reported shortages, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), responsible for American military operations in the Middle East, managed to replenish its nearly depleted supply of land-based missiles by drawing from other U.S. military reserves globally. This action underscores the logistical efforts involved in sustaining military capabilities during prolonged conflicts.

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far more than we need