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The Economic Times reported that US President Donald Trump ordered new investigations into leaks involving Pentagon munitions stockpiles after reports raised concerns about depleted US weapons inventories following the conflict with Iran, according to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
The investigation comes as Trump was reportedly frustrated with reports saying that the US military used up large amounts of weaponry and munitions during the US-Israeli war on Iran. Administration officials have repeatedly maintained that the Pentagon still has sufficient ammunition and military capabilities to respond to potential threats and future operations.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the United States has “more than enough firepower” to conduct any military mission authorised by the president. She also warned that individuals responsible for leaking classified information about US military stockpiles could face prosecution under federal law.
Trump addressed the issue on Thursday, acknowledging that supplies of certain munitions are tighter than others, but emphasising that the US remained in a strong position and continued to possess substantial ammunition reserves.
The Economic Times reported that, according to the WSJ, Trump privately expressed concern that reports about declining US weapons stockpiles could strengthen Iran’s position and weaken Washington’s efforts to pressure Tehran over its nuclear program.
According to the WSJ, the reports also intensified scrutiny of US military readiness and the Pentagon’s ability to rapidly replace weapons used during major conflicts.Those concerns reportedly led Trump to hold discussions with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and other senior national security officials about the condition of US military arsenals. The talks also covered plans to accelerate munitions production and strengthen the defence industrial base.
Those concerns reportedly led Trump to hold discussions with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and other senior national security officials about the condition of US military arsenals. The talks also covered plans to accelerate munitions production and strengthen the defence industrial base.