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The Pentagon Inspector General’s first congressionally mandated review of “Operation Epic Fury” puts the US cost as of June 29 at $33.4 billion: $22.3 billion in expended munitions, $7.4 billion in additional operating costs, and $3.7 billion in equipment losses.

Summary AI · cited

A Bahrain-based United States military installation has sustained severe damage during recent months of fighting with Iran, prompting Washington to evaluate its headquarters in the Middle East.1

The acting secretary of the US Navy acknowledged the impact of the conflict on a key US facility amid escalating tensions in the Gulf.1

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded to the acknowledgment, praising the candor and confirming damage inflicted by Iranian forces.1

The Defense Department’s inspector general released a report stating that the conflict has resulted in shortages of U.S. munitions and supply chain bottlenecks.2

President Donald Trump claimed on Truth Social that the US is producing more weapons than at any time in history, contradicting reports of shortages.2

Written by AI from articles by 5 outlets. Each sentence links to the articles it rests on, and was checked automatically: every name, number and quote must appear in the sentences it cites, or it is removed.

Sources cited (5)
  1. ‘Blew the hell out of it’: How Iran damaged US bases in Bahrain, Jordan Al Jazeera, 11 Sep
  2. Pentagon inspector general says Iran war has led to a shortfall of U.S. munitions NBC News, 14 Sep
  3. War on Iran resulted in munitions shortfall for US, confirms Pentagon report Dawn, 15 Sep
  4. Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms BBC, 15 Sep
  5. New photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacks CBS News, 15 Sep

What happened

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Iranian strikes damaged or destroyed hundreds of buildings and other structures at US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Oman and Jordan, it said.

9 of 17 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from Dawn

"This is major damage to our bases that hasn't been communicated to the American public," one deployed service member told CBS News.

6 of 17 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from CBS News

The US defence department's inspector general says the war with Iran has led to "shortfalls" in munitions and a bottleneck in resupply, contradicting President Donald Trump who has repeatedly denied the US is facing shortages.

8 of 17 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from BBC

"We're standing there with our eyes closed getting punched in the face."

5 of 17 outletsfirst reported 15 Sepwording from CBS News

What each outlet says

One AI summary per outlet of its latest article on this story, written from that article alone and checked against it. Open the article for the outlet's own words.

Al Jazeera17 Sep

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf posted an equation used by central banks to determine interest rates on X, alongside wartime rhetoric implying Iran's influence over US economic decisions. He suggested that Tehran could manipulate U.S. interest rates and control the Strait of Hormuz strategically. This comes amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States since February 28 when a war…

Ghalibaf’s maths missile at Trump decoded: Is Iran fixing US interest rates? →3 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
The Independent16 Sep

Anonymous active-duty U.S. service members have leaked photos to CBS News showing damage to American facilities in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait due to missile and drone attacks by Iran during the ongoing conflict that started seven months prior. The images depict significant destruction, including a severely damaged Boeing aircraft at Prince Sultan Air Force Base in Saudi Arabia and gutted buildings at Camp Buehring and…

Active-duty military members leak images of damage to US planes and bases during Iran war →3 articles from The Independent on this story
BBC16 Sep

CBS obtained leaked photos from an unnamed US military source showing significant damage to several American bases in the Middle East due to Iranian strikes. The images depict a severed radar jet, destroyed trailers, and severely damaged buildings. The BBC's State Department correspondent discusses the implications of these undisclosed damages with viewers.

Watch: Leaked photos reveal extensive damage at US bases in Gulf →3 articles from BBC on this story
South China Morning Post19 Sep

The Pentagon reported to Congress that the ongoing conflict with Iran has incurred a total cost of $43.6 billion as of recent, including $11.2 billion for operational expenses and an additional $32.4 billion for replacing lost or damaged equipment. This figure does not account for potential damages to US military infrastructure in eight Middle Eastern countries. The increasing costs are cited by polls as a factor in…

How much has Iran war cost US? Pentagon estimates US$43.6 billion so far →2 articles from South China Morning Post on this story
Daily Mail17 Sep

Leaked photographs from American service members show significant damage to U.S. military bases in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait following Iranian missile and drone attacks. The photos depict destroyed aircraft, buildings, and vehicles at Prince Sultan Air Force Base and Camp Buehring in Kuwait. One striking image shows a Boeing E-3 Sentry surveillance aircraft with its tail severed and fuselage charred from what appears…

Leaked photos appear to show catastrophic damage to US military bases: 'This hasn't been communicated' →2 articles from Daily Mail on this story
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New York Post16 Sep

CBS News reports on extensive damage to U.S. military bases in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait from Iranian airstrikes, showing destroyed aircraft, buildings, and vehicles. The article highlights a $270 million E-3 Sentry spy plane among the damaged assets. Service members who provided images to CBS contradicted claims by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that only minor damage occurred, stating they are witnessing major…

Widespread damage on US bases from Iranian airstrikes revealed, including to $270 million spy plane →2 articles from New York Post on this story
Times of India19 Sep

The Pentagon has informed Congress that the cost of America’s ongoing conflict with Iran is $45.1 billion, surpassing previous estimates by the Congressional Budget Office. Additionally, six US officials told The Washington Post that at least 22 service members have died since the war began, more than the 18 deaths reported publicly by the Pentagon. The article highlights uncertainties around the exact number of…

Iran war costs US $45.1 billion; fatalities possibly higher than 18 reported by Pentagon →2 articles from Times of India on this story
NBC News14 Sep

The Pentagon's inspector general released a report on Monday stating that the ongoing conflict with Iran has caused a shortage of U.S. munitions and supply chain bottlenecks. The report covers the period from February 28 to June 30, estimating costs at about $33.4 billion, including $22.3 billion for expended munitions. President Trump countered these findings by asserting that the U.S. is producing more weapons…

Pentagon inspector general says Iran war has led to a shortfall of U.S. munitions →
Euronews15 Sep

The US Defense Department's inspector general reported a shortage of ammunition and advanced weapons due to the conflict with Iran, costing an estimated $22.3 billion in munitions alone from February to June. The report revealed significant military equipment losses including four F-15 fighter jets, one damaged F-35, seven KC-135 tanker aircraft, and up to 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones, with repairs to base infrastructure…

US military says it is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of Iran war →
Dawn15 Sep

The Pentagon has released a report confirming that the US-Israeli war on Iran led to significant shortages in American munitions stocks and highlighted industrial bottlenecks for resupply. The four-month conflict from February 28 to June 30 involved over 50,000 US service members who flew thousands of combat missions at a cost of $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion spent on munitions alone. The report underscores the…

War on Iran resulted in munitions shortfall for US, confirms Pentagon report →
The Hindu15 Sep

The U.S. Department of Defence's inspector general reported on September 14, 2026, to Congress that the ongoing war in Iran has caused a significant munitions shortfall costing $33.4 billion between February and June 2026, with $22.3 billion spent specifically on expended munitions. This report highlights industrial bottlenecks for resupplying ammunition and lists substantial military losses including damaged…

U.S. military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfall →
The Straits Times15 Sep

The US military reports a significant shortage of ammunition due to ongoing operations against Iran, as detailed in a recent mandatory report to Congress. Between February 28 and June 30, the operation cost $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion spent on munitions alone, leading to strategic inventory shortfalls. The Pentagon is working to streamline procurement processes but acknowledges that expanding production…

US military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfall →
CBC15 Sep

A Pentagon inspector general report details damage caused by Iranian strikes during Operation Epic Fury from April to June 30, costing an estimated $33.4 billion. The report reveals damaged U.S. military bases and diplomatic buildings across several Middle Eastern countries, including the naval base in Bahrain which was targeted with drones and missiles. The conflict has also exposed shortages of advanced weapons…

Several U.S. military bases, diplomatic buildings have been damaged in Iran war: inspector general report →
The Bulwark16 Sep

Ben Parker and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling discuss on The Bulwark’s live video how Iran is causing significant damage to U.S. military operations in the Middle East, including attacks on bases and interference with oil supplies. They also estimate economic consequences could amount to $38 billion. The conversation covers broader conflicts involving the Houthis and their impact on American forces. Subscribers get full…

Command Post: Iran Is Doing More Damage to the U.S. Military Than We Knew →
Reason16 Sep

Pentagon auditors report that the cost of the conflict with Iran, labeled as “Operation Epic Fury,” has reached $33.4 billion since February 28 through June 29, including $22.3 billion for munitions alone. However, this figure does not account for infrastructure repairs or ongoing impacts on fuel prices and supply chains, which have contributed to broader economic challenges like inflation and increased interest…

Pentagon Auditors Say the Iran War Has Cost $33 Billion. The Real Price Tag Is Far Higher. →
Toronto Star18 Sep

The U.S. military's cost for the ongoing Iran war has increased to $43.6 billion as of September 3, according to an estimate provided by U.S. Central Command to lawmakers this week. The report indicates that costs have escalated from $38 billion through August 1 and are expected to rise further at a rate of about $3 billion per month based on the conflict's intensity.

Iran war’s cost grows to $43.6 billion in new US military estimate →

Analysis

Agreed

AI · cited, from two or more outlets

  • The Pentagon's inspector general reported a shortfall of U.S. munitions and supply chain bottlenecks due to the war with Iran.23
  • US bases across the Middle East have come under repeated attack by Iran, raising questions about their sustainability.13
Quoted from the coverage (3)

Two weeks ago, Trump posted that the U.S. had “virtually unlimited” amounts of ammunition and lashed out at reports of munitions shortfalls.

7 outlets

The report added that the defence department is now working to "streamline procurement processes and production lead times" to address the shortages and "respond rapidly to a contingency".

5 outlets

Among the losses have been four F-15e fighter jets, a highly advanced F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and 30 MQ-9 drones destroyed in "various circumstances".

4 outlets

Disputed

Picked by our model, which is sometimes wrong

  • President Trump denied reports of munitions shortages while the Pentagon's inspector general confirmed such shortfalls in a report.24

Framing

How the first headlines put it

  • Al Jazeera's headline emphasizes Iran's damage to U.S. bases in Bahrain and Jordan, while NBC News focuses on munitions shortfalls reported by the Pentagon inspector general.12
  • Dawn highlights the confirmation of munitions shortfall for US from a Pentagon report, whereas CBS News presents new photos showing widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacks.35
Stated as fact1
Words to watch (1)

Iran-US war latest: US military facing weapons shortages after dozens of aircraft destroyed as cost of war hits $33bn The Independent

How it changed

  1. 11 Sep

    Iranian strikes overnight on Tuesday also hit the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan, known as the Al-Azraq base, damaging multiple US military aircraft.

    2 outlets · Al Jazeera
  2. 14 Sep

    Two weeks ago, Trump posted that the U.S. had “virtually unlimited” amounts of ammunition and lashed out at reports of munitions shortfalls.

    7 outlets · NBC News
  3. 15 Sep

    .In a first-of-its-kind mandatory report to Congress, the inspector said that between Feb. 28 and June 30, Operation Epic Fury (OEF) had an estimated cost of $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion of that spent on munitions alone.

    8 outlets · CBS News
  4. 16 Sep

    One of the photos showed a destroyed Boeing E-3 Sentry at Prince Sultan Air Force Base in Saudi Arabia that has been ripped in half, its tail section crumpled into a tangled mess of metal.

    3 outlets · BBC
  5. 17 Sep

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth previously used the term 'squirter' to describe an occasional Iranian weapon that managed to evade US defenses.

    2 outlets · Daily Mail

Coverage 30 articles

  • 19 Sep Iran war costs US $45.1 billion; fatalities possibly higher than 18 reported by PentagonThe Pentagon has informed Congress that the cost of America’s ongoing conflict with Iran is $45.1 billion, surpassing previous estimates by the Congressional Budget Office. Additionally, six US officials told The Washington Post that at least 22 service members have died since the war began, more than the 18 deaths reported publicly by the Pentagon. The article highlights uncertainties around the exact number of…Times of India
  • 19 Sep How much has Iran war cost US? Pentagon estimates US$43.6 billion so farThe Pentagon reported to Congress that the ongoing conflict with Iran has incurred a total cost of $43.6 billion as of recent, including $11.2 billion for operational expenses and an additional $32.4 billion for replacing lost or damaged equipment. This figure does not account for potential damages to US military infrastructure in eight Middle Eastern countries. The increasing costs are cited by polls as a factor in…South China Morning Post
  • 18 Sep Iran war’s cost grows to $43.6 billion in new US military estimateThe U.S. military's cost for the ongoing Iran war has increased to $43.6 billion as of September 3, according to an estimate provided by U.S. Central Command to lawmakers this week. The report indicates that costs have escalated from $38 billion through August 1 and are expected to rise further at a rate of about $3 billion per month based on the conflict's intensity.Toronto Star
  • 17 Sep Ghalibaf’s maths missile at Trump decoded: Is Iran fixing US interest rates?Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf posted an equation used by central banks to determine interest rates on X, alongside wartime rhetoric implying Iran's influence over US economic decisions. He suggested that Tehran could manipulate U.S. interest rates and control the Strait of Hormuz strategically. This comes amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States since February 28 when a war…Al Jazeera
  • 17 Sep Leaked photos appear to show catastrophic damage to US military bases: 'This hasn't been communicated'Leaked photographs from American service members show significant damage to U.S. military bases in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait following Iranian missile and drone attacks. The photos depict destroyed aircraft, buildings, and vehicles at Prince Sultan Air Force Base and Camp Buehring in Kuwait. One striking image shows a Boeing E-3 Sentry surveillance aircraft with its tail severed and fuselage charred from what appears…Daily Mail
  • 16 Sep Expert: Images of damaged U.S. bases in Middle East show Iran "getting help from Russia and China"CBS News obtained exclusive images revealing extensive damage to U.S. military bases in the Middle East due to conflict with Iran. In an interview on "The Takeout," former Defense Department official Matthew Kroenig suggests that these damages indicate Iran is receiving support from Russia and China.CBS News
  • 16 Sep Watch: Leaked photos reveal extensive damage at US bases in GulfCBS obtained leaked photos from an unnamed US military source showing significant damage to several American bases in the Middle East due to Iranian strikes. The images depict a severed radar jet, destroyed trailers, and severely damaged buildings. The BBC's State Department correspondent discusses the implications of these undisclosed damages with viewers.BBC
  • 16 Sep Pentagon Auditors Say the Iran War Has Cost $33 Billion. The Real Price Tag Is Far Higher.Pentagon auditors report that the cost of the conflict with Iran, labeled as “Operation Epic Fury,” has reached $33.4 billion since February 28 through June 29, including $22.3 billion for munitions alone. However, this figure does not account for infrastructure repairs or ongoing impacts on fuel prices and supply chains, which have contributed to broader economic challenges like inflation and increased interest…Reason
  • 16 Sep Active-duty military members leak images of damage to US planes and bases during Iran warAnonymous active-duty U.S. service members have leaked photos to CBS News showing damage to American facilities in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait due to missile and drone attacks by Iran during the ongoing conflict that started seven months prior. The images depict significant destruction, including a severely damaged Boeing aircraft at Prince Sultan Air Force Base in Saudi Arabia and gutted buildings at Camp Buehring and…The Independent
  • 16 Sep Widespread damage on US bases from Iranian airstrikes revealed, including to $270 million spy planeCBS News reports on extensive damage to U.S. military bases in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait from Iranian airstrikes, showing destroyed aircraft, buildings, and vehicles. The article highlights a $270 million E-3 Sentry spy plane among the damaged assets. Service members who provided images to CBS contradicted claims by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that only minor damage occurred, stating they are witnessing major…New York Post
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  • 16 Sep Command Post: Iran Is Doing More Damage to the U.S. Military Than We KnewBen Parker and Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling discuss on The Bulwark’s live video how Iran is causing significant damage to U.S. military operations in the Middle East, including attacks on bases and interference with oil supplies. They also estimate economic consequences could amount to $38 billion. The conversation covers broader conflicts involving the Houthis and their impact on American forces. Subscribers get full…The Bulwark
  • 16 Sep Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacksPhotos obtained by CBS show extensive damage to US military sites in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait from Iranian strikes. The images depict destroyed radar jets, flattened trailers, and damaged buildings. One unnamed military source described the situation as major damage not communicated to the American public. While undated, some photos correlate with earlier reports of attacks on Prince Sultan Air Force Base in March…BBC
  • 16 Sep U.S. soldier says we're "getting punched in the face" after photos of damage caused by Iran emergeCBS News obtained photographs showing damage to U.S. facilities and equipment in the Middle East, reportedly caused by Iran. A U.S. soldier described their situation as being "punched in the face." The article focuses on military resource management issues and war spending related to Iran.CBS News
  • 16 Sep From bravado to busted bases: Hidden cost of US-Iran war revealedThe ongoing conflict between the US and Iran has lasted over six months and cost the United States $33.4 billion according to a Pentagon report. This figure includes $22.3 billion for expended munitions, $7.4 billion in additional operating costs, and $3.7 billion in equipment losses, including aircraft and drones. CBS News obtained photographs from anonymous sources showing extensive damage at US bases across the…Times of India
  • 15 Sep New photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacksPhotos obtained by CBS News show extensive damage to U.S. military positions across the Middle East following Iranian missile and drone attacks. The images, provided anonymously by active service members, depict significant destruction at Prince Sultan Air Force Base in Saudi Arabia and Camp Buehring in Kuwait, including a severely damaged E-3 Sentry aircraft and hollowed-out buildings. A Pentagon report to Congress…CBS News
  • 15 Sep Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirmsThe Pentagon's inspector general reports that the war with Iran has caused significant shortages of US munitions and production bottlenecks, contrary to President Donald Trump’s claims. The report states that from February through June, over $22 billion was spent on munitions, leading to "strategic inventory shortfalls," although exact numbers are not disclosed. This independent assessment contradicts the White…BBC
  • 15 Sep Iran war effort hampered by munitions shortfalls, production ‘bottlenecks,’ Pentagon watchdog findsThe US war effort against Iran since February has led to significant munitions shortages and production bottlenecks, according to a Pentagon watchdog report released Monday. The 44-page document highlights issues with solid rocket motor production, high-grade explosive availability, and skilled labor recruitment as major logistical challenges. Despite these findings, President Trump claimed on Truth Social that the…New York Post
  • 15 Sep Several U.S. military bases, diplomatic buildings have been damaged in Iran war: inspector general reportA Pentagon inspector general report details damage caused by Iranian strikes during Operation Epic Fury from April to June 30, costing an estimated $33.4 billion. The report reveals damaged U.S. military bases and diplomatic buildings across several Middle Eastern countries, including the naval base in Bahrain which was targeted with drones and missiles. The conflict has also exposed shortages of advanced weapons…CBC
  • 15 Sep US war with Iran has caused a 'munitions shortfall' despite Trump's claims and cost $33.4billion by June 30, defence officials confirmUS military operations against Iran, codenamed Operation Epic Fury (OEF), have incurred a cost of $33.4 billion from February 28 to June 30, with $22.3 billion spent on munitions alone, leading to ammunition shortages despite President Trump's claims that stockpiles are fully replenished. This shortfall has raised concerns for countries like Ukraine and Taiwan who rely on US arms supplies. The Pentagon is working to…Daily Mail
  • 15 Sep US military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfallThe US military reports a significant shortage of ammunition due to ongoing operations against Iran, as detailed in a recent mandatory report to Congress. Between February 28 and June 30, the operation cost $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion spent on munitions alone, leading to strategic inventory shortfalls. The Pentagon is working to streamline procurement processes but acknowledges that expanding production…The Straits Times
  • 15 Sep Price of Epic Fury: Iran war’s toll on US bases, weapons and moreA Pentagon inspector general report details the costs of the conflict with Iran, including damage to U.S. military bases, aircraft, and diplomatic facilities in the Middle East. The report reveals that the war has led to shortages of advanced weaponry and exposed limitations in the production capacity for munitions resupply. This document provides the most comprehensive official overview yet on how the ongoing…South China Morning Post
  • 15 Sep U.S. military says Iran war has led to munitions shortfallThe U.S. Department of Defence's inspector general reported on September 14, 2026, to Congress that the ongoing war in Iran has caused a significant munitions shortfall costing $33.4 billion between February and June 2026, with $22.3 billion spent specifically on expended munitions. This report highlights industrial bottlenecks for resupplying ammunition and lists substantial military losses including damaged…The Hindu
  • 15 Sep US defense chiefs warn of munitions shortfall over Iran warThe Department of Defense’s inspector general reports that the U.S.’s "Operation Epic Fury" against Iran, spanning February 28 to June 30, cost $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion allocated for munitions alone. This expenditure has led to a strategic inventory shortfall and industrial production bottlenecks for resupplying munitions. The report details the destruction of four F-15E fighter jets and up to 30 MQ-9…The Independent
  • 15 Sep War on Iran resulted in munitions shortfall for US, confirms Pentagon reportThe Pentagon has released a report confirming that the US-Israeli war on Iran led to significant shortages in American munitions stocks and highlighted industrial bottlenecks for resupply. The four-month conflict from February 28 to June 30 involved over 50,000 US service members who flew thousands of combat missions at a cost of $33.4 billion, with $22.3 billion spent on munitions alone. The report underscores the…Dawn
  • 15 Sep Iran-US war latest: US military facing weapons shortages after dozens of aircraft destroyed as cost of war hits $33bnThe Pentagon reported to Congress that the ongoing conflict with Iran has led to significant military losses for the US, including the destruction of four F-15 fighter jets and up to 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones, along with damage to other aircraft and bases in several Middle Eastern countries. The cost of the war reached $33.4 billion as of June, with much of that attributed to expended munitions. Additionally, the US…The Independent
  • 15 Sep Pentagon inspector general says Iran war has caused weapons shortagesThe Pentagon's inspector general reported to Congress on Monday that the United States is experiencing ammunition shortages due to Operation Epic Fury against Iran, which cost $33.4 billion from February 28 to June 30, with $22.3 billion spent specifically on munitions. This spending has caused strategic inventory deficits and manufacturing bottlenecks for weapon resupply. The report also lists military losses…CBS News
  • 15 Sep US military says it is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of Iran warThe US Defense Department's inspector general reported a shortage of ammunition and advanced weapons due to the conflict with Iran, costing an estimated $22.3 billion in munitions alone from February to June. The report revealed significant military equipment losses including four F-15 fighter jets, one damaged F-35, seven KC-135 tanker aircraft, and up to 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones, with repairs to base infrastructure…Euronews
  • 15 Sep Dozens of aircraft, hundreds of buildings: US loss to Iran attacks revealedThe Pentagon's watchdog has released a report revealing significant losses during the conflict with Iran from February 28 to June 30, including at least 30 MQ-9 Reaper drones and damage or destruction of hundreds of buildings. The report also confirms shortages in munitions supplies despite President Trump’s assertions about ample ammunition production. At least 11 US military personnel were killed, and 417 were…Al Jazeera
  • 14 Sep Pentagon inspector general says Iran war has led to a shortfall of U.S. munitionsThe Pentagon's inspector general released a report on Monday stating that the ongoing conflict with Iran has caused a shortage of U.S. munitions and supply chain bottlenecks. The report covers the period from February 28 to June 30, estimating costs at about $33.4 billion, including $22.3 billion for expended munitions. President Trump countered these findings by asserting that the U.S. is producing more weapons…NBC News
  • 11 Sep ‘Blew the hell out of it’: How Iran damaged US bases in Bahrain, JordanHung Cao, acting secretary of the US Navy, has acknowledged that a US military installation in Bahrain suffered severe damage during the recent conflict with Iran. The base, which serves as the headquarters for the 5th Fleet, sustained significant damage from Iranian strikes between February and June, including hits on its command center and at least a dozen other buildings. According to Cao, the Navy is evaluating…Al Jazeera

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