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, roughly a third of the 2,330 available before the conflict began. CSIS also estimated that around 60% of terminal high altitude area defense (THAAD) missiles have been used.

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

Trump 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," and asserted that the Armed Forces, supported by the nation's defence industry, remain fully equipped to respond to any threat. He added that those seeking military superiority through imported systems will soon realize that Iran's indigenous technology surpasses any system in the region.

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