Ammunition

The US President harshly criticized claims of ammunition shortages following the operation in Iran, declaring that the US has "almost unlimited" quantities. According to him, production is at unprecedented levels and the administration now prefers to stockpile ammunition for the US instead of selling it to other countries.

Against the backdrop of the nightly exchange of blows between Washington and Tehran, the US Vice President addressed reports of weapons shortages in the US military: "The President is working to fix the underinvestment from the Biden era." Regarding the AI video of Trump showing Kharg Island being bombed, he said: "The President likes to switch it up on social media." Iran is sending mixed...

A 42-year-old Israeli tourist was arrested at Paphos Airport after two rounds of ammunition were found in his backpack. Within a few hours, he appeared before a judge and was ordered to pay a 600-euro fine.

NBC reports that the "backdoor smuggling route" between Russia and Iran in the Caspian Sea continues to be a vital lifeline for the Iranian regime. Moscow is transporting not only drone components but also ammunition, including TNT, allowing Tehran to rebuild its arsenal. Amid Iranian threats against the U.S., a ship was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in at least one casualty.

One of the most sought-after air defense systems in the world stands almost idle in Ukraine just when it is needed more than ever. In a report published today (Tuesday) by CNN, a Patriot system was revealed for the first time on Ukrainian soil, with its 16 launch canisters empty of interceptors. Crew members said the shortage has reached a point where Russian ballistic missiles fly over them, and...

The Rhine's water level has dropped to critical lows due to a prolonged drought, exposing dangerous WWII-era munitions and tons of debris. German authorities are urging the public to stay away from the riverbed.

Steve Martin from Texas kept an American Civil War-era munition on his desk for years, having received it from his son who found it while fishing. He assumed it was an antique, until a truck driver with a military background warned him it could be a live shell. A bomb squad later confirmed the suspicion.

A powerful explosion occurred at an ammunition manufacturing plant in the town of Colleferro, about 40 km southeast of Rome. According to authorities, the fire that preceded the explosion broke out in a department where gunpowder compression is carried out. No casualties were reported.

The Washington Post reports that American ammunition stockpiles are running low. The Pentagon has ordered defense contractors to submit plans within 21 days to expand production capacity.

The Pentagon is stepping up efforts to replenish American ammunition stockpiles following the extensive use of munitions during the war with Iran. In a memorandum published in the Washington Post, Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg demanded that the American defense industry dramatically accelerate the production and delivery rates of critical weapon systems and munitions.

While US President Donald Trump repeatedly threatens military action against Iran, CNN reported that he complained about leaks regarding the depletion of US ammunition stockpiles. The President dismissed these reports as "fake news," asserting that Washington possesses "enormous quantities" of munitions. The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament mocked the American leader's threats.

According to the Washington Post, the president was furious after discovering that US ammunition stockpiles had significantly depleted, affecting the continuation of the campaign against Iran. The White House and the Pentagon deny the report.

The US President claimed in a conversation with the Wall Street Journal that the US has "much more ammunition than we need." At the same time, Trump published a series of AI images on Truth Social hinting at his intention to target Kharg Island. Iran responded: "Too hot for you, softie, go back to your air conditioner."