In early April, the Washington Post reported that the Trump administration would reduce its request to Congress for additional funding for the operation against Iran from more than $200 billion to $80-100 billion.
US-Israel War on IranThe Israeli and US military launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran on February 28, 2026, over its alleged development of a nuclear program. Iran consistently stated that the program was peaceful in nature. In retaliation to US-Israeli attacks, Iran launched operation True Promise 4.
The Israeli and US military launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran on February 28, 2026, over its alleged development of a nuclear program. Iran consistently stated that the program was peaceful in nature. In retaliation to US-Israeli attacks, Iran launched operation True Promise 4.
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Pentagon Still Seeks Funds to Restore Missile Stockpile Spent in Iran - Reports
The Pentagon is still struggling to secure funding to expedite the replenishment of critical munitions used up during the US-Israeli military operation against Iran, The New York Times reported, citing US officials.
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In January, US defense contractor Lockheed Martin signed a framework agreement with the Department of War to quadruple production of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) air defense system.Officials told The New York Times on Thursday that no steps had been taken to start the expanded production, as the Pentagon was still waiting for congressional approval for additional funding. Meanwhile, the US Armed Forces are rapidly depleting existing munition supplies. The report singled out the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile-Extended Range, (JASSM-ER) high-precision cruise missiles as the fastest-expendable munitions. Officials said that during the operation against Iran, the US military expended 1,100 missiles, each costing $1.1 million, leaving only 1,500 in reserve. Moreover, the military has also expended over 1,200 Patriot interceptor missiles, while only 600 missiles, costing $4 million each, were reportedly produced for the entire year 2025. A new report by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) released on Tuesday stated that the United States risked facing shortages of key missiles in potential future large-scale conflicts due to the depletion of its arsenal during the military operation against Iran.
https://sputnikglobe.com/20260322/us-air-defenses-not-suited-for-modern-combat--ex-air-force-officer-1123877952.html
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