The U.S. military is facing a severe shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, with current stockpiles reportedly at only 25% of the level required for potential conflicts. -This depletion, exacerbated by the recent defense of Al Udeid Air Base against an Iranian missile barrage and extensive aid to Ukraine,

The United States has about 25% of the Patriot air defense missile stockpiles remaining that are needed for the Pentagon’s military plans, The Guardian reports. According to the outlet, the depletion of the stockpiles led to the suspension of supplies to Ukraine.

The stockpile has fallen so low that concerns have been raised inside the Pentagon that future U.S. military operations could be jeopardized.

The acquisition goal for the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 missile segment enhancements would quadruple—from 3,376 to 13,773—if Congress grants the Pentagon’s request, according to procurement justification documents released by the Army.

The U.S. has temporarily halted the delivery of certain weapons to Ukraine due to concerns about dwindling U.S. arms stockpiles.

The plan is designed to allow the U.S. to funnel more firepower to Ukraine to combat invading Russian forces during their summer military offensive while easing Washington’s financial burden. Increased weapons shipments,

Privately pessimistic about the war, the president argues his new alignment with NATO allies isn't a departure from "America First."