US military confirms Iran war has led to munitions shortfall
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- The United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its war against Iran, the Defense Department's inspector general confirmed Monday, contrasting with President Donald Trump's assertions of full stocks. In a first-of-its-kind mandatory report...S1
- President Trump has continued to brush off the concerns, insisting the US has "virtually unlimited" stock just a few weeks ago.S2
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US military confirms Iran war has led to munitions shortfall
The United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its war against Iran, the Defense Department's inspector general confirmed Monday, contrasting with President D…
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US military says it is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of Iran war
President Trump has continued to brush off the concerns, insisting the US has "virtually unlimited" stock just a few weeks ago.
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US military confirms Iran war has led to munitions shortfall
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Published Sep 15, 2026
What to know
- The United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its war against Iran, the Defense Department's inspector general confirmed Monday, contrasting with President Donald Trump's assertions of full stocks. In a first-of-its-kind mandatory report...S1
- President Trump has continued to brush off the concerns, insisting the US has "virtually unlimited" stock just a few weeks ago.S2
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