Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS)

The Trump administration dismissed concerns about U.S. military shortages of long-range missiles after a report revealed the Army used nearly all of its ATACMS and PrSM inventories during the five-month conflict with Iran. Officials warned this could hinder responses to future crises, while the Pentagon asserted the military remains capable of global operations.

The Trump administration dismissed concerns about U.S. military shortages of long-range missiles like ATACMS and PrSM following a report stating their near-exhaustion during the five-month conflict with Iran. Officials warned this could hinder responses to future crises involving China and Russia, while Trump and the Pentagon emphasized sufficient stockpiles and increased munitions production.

The U.S. Army has used nearly all of its long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during a five-month conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness. These missiles, critical for long-range strikes, have also been used by Ukraine against Russia, and their depletion could impact deterrence capabilities against adversaries like China.

The US Army has used most of its stockpile of long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during a five-month war with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness for future conflicts. Sources indicate nearly all such weapons have been expended.