American officials warn that ammunition shortages from the Iran war could hinder the US defense of Taiwan against a Chinese invasion.
The WSJ report is now confirmed by US officials, who explicitly state the Iran war prevents the US from fully executing Taiwan defense plans.
The WSJ report explicitly states that US officials assess the US could not 'fully execute contingency plans to defend Taiwan from a Chinese invasion if it occurred in the near term' due to the Iran war.
The report now includes specific numbers on missile expenditures and a timeline for replenishment, and notes the White House press secretary's denial.
New report from Wall Street Journal confirms earlier assessment: US munitions depletion in Iran threatens ability to defend Taiwan.
The new report adds specific detail that the Pentagon is transferring missiles intended for European countries to US military stockpiles.
