Confirmed: Pentagon Confirms US Munitions Shortfalls
The Pentagon’s inspector general confirmed that the war with Iran has created a shortfall in key missiles and other munitions. The assessment, covering Feb. 28 to June 30, also details widespread damage to U.S. facilities from Iranian strikes.
The United States lost dozens of aircraft, including at least 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones. Iranian attacks damaged or destroyed hundreds of buildings and other structures at U.S. bases.
The war has cost an estimated $38.1 billion through Aug. 1, with more than half spent replacing missiles and other munitions. Increased flying hours added $10.4 billion and higher fuel prices $2.7 billion, and each additional month could add $2 billion to $3 billion. Missile stockpiles have been depleted.
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