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Sep 14, 2026

US confirms munitions shortfall from Iran war, $33.4 billion cost in first four months

Pentagon inspector general's first report on Iran war acknowledges advanced weapons shortfalls and reveals $33.4 billion cost in initial four months, contradicting President Trump's assertions about military readiness.

Sep 14, 2026·11 sources

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▪U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has denied reports of a Pentagon munitions shortage despite the findings in the Inspector General's report
▪Of the $33.4 billion spent on Operation Epic Fury through June 30, 2026, the U.S. military expended $22.3 billion on munitions and $3.7 billion on equipment losses
▪The damage to the F-35A Joint Strike Fighter marks the first time an aircraft of its type has suffered battle damage in combat

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