U.S. used 'virtually all' of its long-range precision missiles during Iran war
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The U.S. has depleted nearly all of its long-range precision missiles in the five-month Iran war.
The U.S. Army has used 'virtually all' of its ATACMS and Precision Strike Missiles during the five-month Iran war, according to sources familiar with data. These weapons cost over $1 million each and are critical for safe-distance strikes. The drawdown has raised concerns about readiness for conflicts with China or Russia. While President Trump claims record munitions production, analysts caution supplies may fall short for a prolonged war. The Pentagon stated the military has everything needed, but officials worry about deterrence limits.
What commenters are saying
Commenters expressed dismay and strategic critique. Several argued the depletion reflects strategic failure, with one noting the U.S. has 'lost the majority of the wars it started' in recent history. Another camp highlighted the limits of precision-strike reliance, noting that doctrine never intended these missiles for sustained conflict. Some pointed to the administration's prioritization of minimizing combat losses over cost-effectiveness. A recurring theme was that adversaries like China benefit by doing nothing while the U.S. expends resources.