The US has reportedly used a significant portion of its difficult-to-manufacture long-range precision missiles during ongoing conflicts, according to CBS News and the Washington Post, citing unnamed sources. The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) estimated that by the end of July 2026, the US had between 759 and 827 Patriot missiles left—about one-third of the 2,330 available before the conflict began—and had used around 60% of its Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missiles.

In response to these reports, former President Donald Trump denied any munitions shortage and said he would seek to jail those responsible for leaking information. On Truth Social, Trump stated, "The 'leakers' of these treasonous statements are being hunted down," and called the Washington Post's reporting "fake" and "treasonous."

Trump also reportedly confronted Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth over the possible weapons shortfall.

Meanwhile, Defence Minister Majid Ibn-e-Reza posted on X that "each day, the signs of the enemy's diminishing capabilities become more apparent," adding that the Armed Forces, supported by the nation's defence industry, are fully equipped to respond to any threat. He further claimed that "those who are now seeking to buy security and military superiority through imported systems will soon realise that Iran's indigenous technology is superior to any system in the region."

The Trump administration has sought to assure the public that despite the extensive use of weapons during Operation Epic Fury and subsequent strikes, the US missile stockpiles remain robust.

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