Washington Informs European Allies of Lengthy Weapon Delivery Delays Due to Stockpile Depletion in 2026 Iran War

 In May 2026, the Pentagon notified European allies, including the UK and Poland, of significant delays in delivering HIMARS and NASAMS systems due to high consumption in the Iran war. These shortages have expanded to Asian markets, raising concerns over U.S. deterrence against China. While President Trump downplayed the depletion, citing global reserves, defense firms struggle to ramp up production, directly impacting 2026 military aid to Ukraine and regional security stability.