Trump says US has ‘massive’ munitions despite shortage reports
Trump says weapons production is increasing
According to Trump, US defence companies are expanding production to strengthen the country’s military stockpiles. He said a large number of new factories and manufacturing plants are being built across the United States to increase defence production.
Trump maintained that the country remains well-equipped to meet its security needs despite reports suggesting otherwise. He described the American defence industry as operating at an unprecedented level.
Reports claim Trump questioned Pentagon chief
According to a report by The Washington Post, Trump sought answers from Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David. The newspaper reported that the president believed the issue of munitions shortages had already been resolved.
Citing unnamed sources, the report claimed Trump questioned why concerns over military stockpiles had continued. However, the administration has firmly denied that such an exchange took place.
Trump warns leakers of legal action
Responding to the reports, Trump criticised those responsible for leaking what he described as sensitive information. He said authorities were working to identify the individuals behind the alleged leaks.
Trump warned that those found responsible could face lengthy prison sentences if they were proven to have disclosed classified or confidential information. His comments reflected growing frustration over media reports concerning military preparedness.
White House rejects media reports
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt dismissed the reports as false. She said she attended the Camp David meeting with President Trump and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and insisted that the reported confrontation never happened.
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Leavitt described the media coverage as “FAKE NEWS!” in a post on X. She maintained that the published reports did not accurately reflect what happened during the meeting.
The Pentagon also denies shortage claims
Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell also rejected the reports. He said claims about a dispute between Trump and Hegseth, as well as reports of serious weapons shortages, were “equally fictional.”
The Pentagon maintained that the reports did not accurately represent the department’s operational readiness. Officials continued to express confidence in the US military’s capabilities.
Iran denies ongoing negotiations
Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied reports that negotiations with Washington are currently underway. The denial came despite Trump’s earlier comments suggesting that Tehran was interested in reaching an agreement.
Relations between the United States and Iran remain tense following recent military and diplomatic developments. Analysts believe both governments continue to send mixed signals about the possibility of future dialogue.
