Iran has issued a stern warning to the United States, demanding the cessation of the US naval blockade or face significant risks and casualties for their vessels and forces. This threat follows an ultimatum from US President Donald Trump to the Tehran regime, giving them a final opportunity to end the conflict.
In response to reports indicating that US forces are running low on long-range weapons after targeting over 13,000 sites in Iran during the five-month conflict, Senior Tehran military adviser Mohsen Rezaei issued the caution. The depletion of stocks of crucial surface-to-surface weapons like Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM) has been highlighted. These missiles are vital for stand-off attacks to minimize the risk of counter-attacks.
Furthermore, it is suggested that the US has resorted to repurposing weapons from various bases worldwide, diminishing its firepower globally due to the exhaustion of land-based weapon supplies. The costly nature of these missiles, up to £1 million each, poses limitations on the duration of US military engagement in a prolonged conflict. Additionally, the dwindling supply of defensive weapons such as Patriot missiles in the Gulf States is a cause for concern.
Despite claims of ongoing negotiations and denials of missile shortages by Trump, reports indicate a surge in US military activity in the Middle East. Efforts to resolve the US-Iran conflict are reportedly progressing positively, with a draft agreement potentially in circulation. However, direct talks between Washington and Tehran have yet to materialize.
The White House has refuted claims of a stockpile shortage, with Trump asserting that the US possesses an abundant supply of munitions surpassing any other nation. The statement emphasized ongoing efforts by defense companies to increase munition production and expand facilities at unprecedented levels.