US ammunition supplies dwindle as conflict with Iran highlights defense budget gaps
A former Pentagon official warns that after less than five months of fighting Iran, U.S. ammunition stocks are already depleting, sparking debate over years of defense spending.
Why it matters
Shortages in U.S. ammunition could limit the country's ability to sustain military operations and raise doubts about defense spending effectiveness.
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