Washington nears missile stockpiles in Iran conflict
Reports indicate that the U.S. military has consumed most of its stockpile of long-range precision missiles, particularly the "Atacms" system and "Prism" missiles, during the conflict with Iran that began five months ago. These weapons, used for precise strikes from safe distances, have played a key role in the war effort and have been extensively employed in operations against Iran, within Ukraine, and are also intended for potential use against China. According to sources, Washington has nearly exhausted its supply of these missiles, raising concerns about a reduced deterrent capability in future conflicts, although the White House has assured that the United States possesses many more missiles than any other party. These weapons are considered crucial for maintaining the balance of power, and their consumption has led to depleted stocks of systems like Patriot and THAAD. Estimates suggest that approximately 65% of Patriot missiles were expended between February and July, and about half of the Tomahawk missile stock has been used since the start of the war with Iran, raising fears about the military's readiness to face prolonged crises.
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