What Happened
Pentagon Faces Critical Shortage of Long-Range Weapons
The US is facing a critical shortage of long-range missiles due to the ongoing war with Iran, with stockpiles as low as 20% of desired levels. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has pleaded with Congress for billions of dollars to replenish the stockpiles, but the production of new missiles will take years. Iran, meanwhile, has ramped up production of its own drones and ballistic missiles, potentially altering the balance of power in the region. The shortage has significant implications for US military strategy and its ability to respond to threats, as reported by Unknown Source.