Two Weeks Into War With Iran, U.S. Depletes Tomahawk Missile Stockpile — What Comes Next?.

War With Iran and the Cost of Armaments

According to TSN.ua: Within just two weeks of military engagement with Iran, the Trump administration has exhausted its supply of critical weapons, including Tomahawk cruise missiles. As a result, U.S. officials are now seeking additional funding to cover military needs. The conflict began on February 28, and during the first 100 hours of combat alone, the U.S. fired 168 Tomahawk missiles.

The first six days of the war generated $11.3 billion in costs, while the initial 100 hours came to roughly $3.7 billion. Faced with such high munitions expenditures, the Pentagon is preparing to request up to $50 billion in supplemental funding.

Senator Lisa Murkowski remarked: 'Given the rate at which U.S. operations in Iran are burning through stockpiles daily, we have every reason to question how we are managing our ammunition supplies.'

Challenges for the Trump Administration

This situation underscores the strain on the Trump administration as it balances active combat operations with the need to sustain military resources. The depletion of weapons inventories could affect future U.S. military operations and strategic decisions in the region.

The escalating costs and the urgent need for more funding highlight the difficulties the administration faces in prosecuting the war. Continued hostilities will require not only financial resources but also swift operational measures to replenish ammunition stocks — factors that could reshape U.S. strategy in Iran and beyond. Congress’s response to the Pentagon’s funding request will be crucial, potentially signaling broader political support for — or opposition to — the military campaign in Iran.