Trump’s Iran War drains U.S. missile stockpiles as Pentagon scrambles for funds

The Daily Beast reports that Trump’s war with Iran has nearly exhausted the U.S. stockpile of long-range missiles, with anonymous Defense Department sources warning this could jeopardize future readiness as Russia and China grow more capable. While Trump touts abundant munitions and has halted strikes, officials say the Pentagon is scrambling for money and ideas, pressing Congress for about $67 billion to plug the budget hole. Iran denies cooperation with the talks, and the situation has sparked market reactions and ongoing tit-for-tat attacks, illustrating mounting strain on U.S. military planning and credibility.