US launches ‘heavy wave of strikes’ on Iran despite dwindling ammunition
The U.S. military has conducted a series of strikes against Iranian targets in retaliation for attacks on American bases in Jordan. The escalation has raised concerns regarding the sustainability of U.S. munitions supplies and the potential for a wider regional conflict.
Why it matters
The ongoing military engagement between the U.S. and Iran threatens regional stability and highlights potential logistical constraints in U.S. defense capabilities.
US President Donald Trump has renewed strikes on Iran despite concerns over the US running low on munitions. Photo / Getty Images
The US military has launched a “heavy wave of strikes” against Iran in retaliation against Tehran targeting American bases in Jordan – but the offensive has raised fresh questions about America’s depleted supply of munitions.
The reignited hostilities have drawn in the Islamic Republic’s proxies and appear to have dashed hopes of a quick return to negotiations between the foes.
US President Donald Trump had vowed to hit Iran “hard” after Tehran launched missiles at Jordan, its first regional strike in days.
US Central Command (Centcom) said American forces “successfully completed a heavy wave of strikes against Iran” and struck dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets including military command centres.
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