US President Donald Trump has pledged to identify and punish those responsible for leaking reports claiming that the United States has depleted significant stocks of munitions during its recent military operations against Iran.
The reports alleged that the conflict placed heavy pressure on US weapons stockpiles, raising concerns about the country's military readiness. Trump strongly rejected the claims, describing them as false or misleading, and said they were based on classified information that was improperly disclosed.
Speaking to reporters, Trump said his administration would launch an investigation to identify the individuals responsible for the leaks. He argued that the unauthorised release of sensitive national security information could undermine military operations and endanger US personnel.
The controversy comes amid continued debate over the cost and impact of the US military campaign against Iran. Defence analysts say modern conflicts can consume large quantities of precision-guided weapons, making the management and replenishment of stockpiles an important strategic issue.
US defence officials have not publicly confirmed the accuracy of the leaked reports, while some lawmakers have called for greater transparency regarding military preparedness and the availability of critical weapons. The investigation into the alleged leaks is expected to continue as the administration seeks to determine how the information became public.