Trump vows to find ‘leakers’ after reports of depleted Iran war munitions
Summary
President Donald Trump promised to find government insiders who leaked reports about low U.S. missile supplies amid the war with Iran. Despite news that key missile types are running low, Trump denied any strategic weapons shortage and said production is increasing.Key Facts
- Several news outlets reported that the U.S. military has used most of its Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM).
- Reports said Patriot and THAAD missile interceptors, used for air defense, are at dangerously low levels.
- Experts warn it could take years, possibly three or more, to restore these missile stockpiles.
- Japan and Germany are the only countries licensed to produce Patriot missiles, and no country makes THAAD interceptors besides the U.S.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denied the reports on missile shortages.
- A recent analysis estimated the military has only about one-third of its Patriot interceptors left.
- A shortage of these interceptors may weaken U.S. defense and increase risks during missile attacks.
- Reports say President Trump confronted Defense Secretary Hegseth over alleged misleading information about munitions.
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