Trump angry over leaked munitions reports, officials say, as he talks of ending Iran war

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly incensed by recent leaks detailing alleged U.S. munitions shortages amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. Publicly, Trump has vehemently denied the severity of these shortfalls, asserting on his Truth Social platform that the U.S. possesses "massive amounts" of ammunition and that defense production is at historic levels. He has also issued stern warnings, threatening "long term jail sentences" for officials responsible for leaking classified information, labeling such disclosures as "treasonous statements".

However, various media outlets, citing unnamed officials and assessments, have reported significant depletion of key U.S. munitions, including long-range guided missiles and air-defense interceptors like ATACMS, Patriot, and THAAD systems. These reported shortages have allegedly constrained military options against Iran and contributed to Trump's decision to forgo further large-scale strikes. Reports also indicate a heated exchange between Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at a recent Camp David meeting, where the President reportedly expressed frustration over being misled about the munitions situation.

Amidst these concerns, President Trump has indicated a strong desire for the war with Iran to conclude swiftly. He has spoken of "a lot of progress" in potential negotiations and hinted at an impending announcement regarding a possible agreement. This stance follows reports that he canceled a major planned attack, awaiting developments in talks concerning the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting an apparent exasperation with the protracted conflict.