Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky stated in a CNN interview that he needs 5% of US Patriot missile stockpiles to survive the winter, noting current supplies are severely depleted compared to last year and US production licenses remain uncertain.
Britain faces severe food security risks due to global climate shocks, failing crops, and fragile just-in-time supply chains, yet the government suppresses warnings and avoids maintaining strategic food reserves.
Mikhail Margelov, VP of the Russian International Affairs Council, dismisses claims that the US is running out of weapons due to the conflict with Iran, attributing such narratives to US defense contractors seeking larger budgets.
The IEA warns global oil stockpiles are rapidly depleting and supply will fall by 4.3 mb/d in 2026 amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, while US military fires on a ship and Houthi rebels kill six in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
The Pentagon has given US weapons manufacturers 21 days to propose faster delivery schedules and expanded capacity as the ongoing conflict with Iran depletes critical US munitions stockpiles.
Iran's leaders believe military pressure and strategic leverage over the Strait of Hormuz will force the US to accept their control, citing diminishing US weapon stockpiles, war unpopularity, economic pressure via high petrol prices, and potential escalation through Houthi allies.
Trump administration officials sparked a stock market rally and oil price drop by hinting at an imminent U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though Iran denied direct negotiations and pushed a restrictive draft plan.
US President Donald Trump demanded answers from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth over depleted US weapon stockpiles at a Camp David meeting, amid heavy missile use in the war against Iran and arms deliveries to Ukraine.
The Pentagon accelerates missile production and signs multi-billion-dollar contracts to restock Patriot, THAAD, and Tomahawk inventories following intense Middle East operations, despite White House denials of shortages.
The US military has exhausted nearly all of its ATACMS and Precision Strike Missiles during its five-month conflict with Iran, sparking internal concerns over readiness for potential conflicts with adversaries like China and Russia.
The US military has reportedly exhausted its inventory of high-precision land-based tactical missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, due to its campaign against Iran, according to sources cited by Reuters. US leadership has dismissed the claims.
The US has signed a deal exceeding $3 billion with Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to significantly increase production of Patriot and THAAD interceptor missile parts. This move aims to replenish stockpiles strained by ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
A political dispute between Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) over funding and oversight threatens the island's plan to acquire 200,000 military drones and unmanned vessels, hindering defense efforts.
A Saudi-owned vessel was attacked in the Red Sea, causing a fire, confirmed by Saudi state media. Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi group claimed responsibility, stating it launched missile and drone attacks on two Saudi oil tankers as part of a 'maritime blockade' linked to the US-Iran conflict, raising concerns about escalating regional tensions and global oil supply disruption.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth informed Congress that the US-led war on Iran has cost $37.5bn so far and requested an additional $67bn to continue operations. Lawmakers grilled Hegseth over the escalating costs and lack of clear results, as the conflict has led to US casualties, depleted weapon stockpiles, and soaring domestic petrol prices and inflation.
Beijing has eased refined fuel export restrictions due to high global oil prices and ample reserves, but introduced compliance requirements for refiners to maintain inventory levels, a cautious move influenced by the collapse of the interim US-Iran truce.
Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
AVAX One Technology announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement after a 1-for-12 reverse stock split. The crypto treasury firm's shares closed above $1.00 for 10 consecutive days, resolving a listing issue.
The OPCW reinstated Syria's voting rights after Damascus engaged constructively and agreed to destroy hidden toxic munitions. This follows the US removing Syria from terror sponsor lists and marks a new era under President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced Bulgaria can no longer provide weapons and military equipment to Ukraine, stating stockpiles are exhausted. While financial support continues, further arms deliveries are halted, aligning with previous government decisions and contrasting with Ukraine's appeals for more aid.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria has exhausted its military stockpiles of weapons and ammunition available for transfer to Ukraine, having already delivered 13 aid packages. The country can now only assist by repairing military equipment.
India is exploring a plan to finance emergency liquefied natural gas (LNG) stockpiles by increasing regasification tolls at import terminals. This move aims to bolster energy security following supply disruptions caused by the Iran war, reviving previous plans shelved due to high costs. The government is considering mandating terminal operators to expand storage capacity, with investment recovery through higher tolls passed on to customers.
Europe is concerned the US defense industrial base cannot fulfill weapons pledges to NATO allies due to depleted stockpiles from conflicts in Ukraine and Iran. This leaves allies considering new defense avenues as US arms shipments are delayed or canceled.
India's state-owned oil refiners Indian Oil Corp and Hindustan Petroleum Corp purchased approximately 7 million barrels of crude oil last week. This comes as the country's crude inventories have recovered significantly after disruptions.
