Reuters: US nearly exhausts long-range missile stockpiles in war with Iran
The US has nearly exhausted its long-range ground-based missile stockpiles in the war with Iran, raising concerns about readiness for a possible conflict with Russia or China. Tomahawk cruise missiles and key air-defense interceptor reserves have also significantly declined.
Reuters reports, citing two US administration sources, that the United States has almost exhausted its stockpiles of long-range ground-based missiles during the war with Iran. Such weapons would be critical in a potential armed conflict with Russia or China, and the depleted inventories have raised concerns about the US Army's future readiness.
The sources said nearly all surface-to-surface missiles in the Army's arsenal have been used. That specifically concerns long-range ballistic missiles ATACMS and next-generation precision strike missiles PrSM. Details about how these weapons were employed have not been disclosed, and officials declined to provide exact figures.
Analysts say each missile costs more than one million dollars and could play a decisive role in a confrontation with China or Russia. PrSM is a new, upgraded generation designed to replace ATACMS, which have a shorter range.
In addition, one Reuters source said the US has consumed almost half of its Tomahawk cruise missile reserves stored at military bases worldwide and launched from naval ships and submarines. Defensive weapons have also been significantly reduced, including interceptor missiles for Patriot air defense systems and THAAD missile defense systems.
According to the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), from February to July 2026 the US expended about 65% of its Patriot interceptor missiles, while THAAD stocks fell by at least 38%. Two Reuters sources confirmed that these figures match internal information within the US administration.
President Donald Trump, meanwhile, dismissed concerns about shrinking inventories. The White House said the United States holds far larger ammunition reserves than any other country and that its supplies significantly exceed the country's needs.
