The prolonged Iran war is putting growing pressure on the US military’s weapons stockpile, with reports indicating significant losses of drones and the rapid use of key munitions.

According to the report cited in the segment, the US military has lost 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, roughly a quarter of its fleet. The losses come alongside heavy expenditure of Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot interceptors and other long-range weapons.

The depletion is raising questions over US military readiness, future operations and Washington’s ability to sustain a prolonged conflict. Analysts are also warning that replenishing some advanced weapons could take considerable time.

Meanwhile, reports surrounding conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have added another layer of pressure, although US military officials have disputed claims of deaths aboard the carrier.

As weapons stocks decline and public concerns grow, the Iran war is becoming an increasingly difficult test for the Trump administration.

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The prolonged Iran war is putting growing pressure on the US military’s weapons stockpile, with reports indicating significant losses of drones and the rapid use of key munitions.

According to the report cited in the segment, the US military has lost 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, roughly a quarter of its fleet. The losses come alongside heavy expenditure of Tomahawk cruise missiles, Patriot interceptors and other long-range weapons.

The depletion is raising questions over US military readiness, future operations and Washington’s ability to sustain a prolonged conflict. Analysts are also warning that replenishing some advanced weapons could take considerable time.

Meanwhile, reports surrounding conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have added another layer of pressure, although US military officials have disputed claims of deaths aboard the carrier.

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Get the latest global headlines, breaking news updates, and major developments from India and around the world.

In today's bulletin, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces fast-track courts for paper leak cases, assuring strict action against those affecting the future of India's youth amid ongoing student protests and political tensions.

Meanwhile, China-India relations take a diplomatic turn as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Beijing is ready to handle sensitive issues with New Delhi and strengthen cooperation during talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.

In the Middle East, US forces continue strikes on Iran, targeting military facilities, missile sites, drone systems, maritime assets, and air defense networks as tensions between Washington and Tehran escalate.

Other top stories include:

Saudi vessel hit in Red Sea as Houthi rebels claim tanker attack
US defense spending bill moves forward amid Iran war debate
Ukraine peace efforts continue with US diplomatic talks
Deadly attacks in Nigeria and Thailand raise security concerns
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The death toll in Iran has surged amid the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel, with official and humanitarian sources reporting over 1,300 people killed in recent strikes across the country since the beginning of the military escalation. Iranian Red Crescent and state media say residential areas, infrastructure, and civilian sites have been hit, resulting in widespread casualties and destruction.

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Iran Death Toll Rises: Over 1,300 Dead As US-Israel Strikes Iran