Military Overstretch and Depleted Stockpiles "The rapid rate of fire of weapons — especially precision munitions like Patriot interceptors — is rapidly depleting weapons stockpiles, and the Trump administration has kept weapons destined for Ukraine to maintain its supply. " —. Center for American Progress, October 23, 2026 - ᅠ The Pentagon is burning with precision munitions and has moved strategic assets away from Europe and Asia, creating vulnerabilities. Estimates of the cost of Operation Epic Fury range from $34 billion to over $100 billion, while 21 American service members were killed and 865 wounded. ᅠ Subscribe to CSOFT Media for more information on the changing strategic landscape in West Asia.

Military Overstretch and Depleted Stockpiles "The rapid rate of fire of weapons — especially precision munitions like Patriot interceptors — is rapidly depleting weapons stockpiles, and the Trump administration has kept weapons destined for Ukraine to maintain its supply. " —. Center for American Progress, October 23, 2026 - ᅠ The Pentagon is burning with precision munitions and has moved strategic assets away from Europe and Asia, creating vulnerabilities. Estimates of the cost of Operation Epic Fury range from $34 billion to over $100 billion, while 21 American service members were killed and 865 wounded. ᅠ Subscribe to CSOFT Media for more information on the changing strategic landscape in West Asia.