Israel Faces Ammunition Shortage: Army Struggles on Three Fronts

Israel is facing increasing military challenges as it engages in three simultaneous battlefronts: a 12-day war with Iran, a long-standing confrontation in the Gaza Strip since October 2023, and a conflict in Lebanon with Hezbollah.

Amid this pressure, American reports have revealed that the Israeli army is suffering from a severe shortage of weapons and ammunition, especially those reliant on imports from the United States.

Two American officials confirmed to NBC that the shortage includes key weapons, while the US Navy disclosed that its stockpile is being used at a high and concerning rate due to continuous support for Israel in countering attacks, especially missiles and drones from Iran and Yemen.

Tensions escalated following the breakdown of the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, which was announced through Qatari mediation. US President Donald Trump expressed his displeasure with both parties, accusing them of violating the ceasefire that he himself had announced.

In his testimony before the Senate, US Deputy Chief of Naval Operations James Kilby explained that the United States is capable of defending Israel but is consuming large quantities of ammunition at a rate that may affect its readiness.

Overall, the current situation reflects a clear erosion in Israel's ability to sustain large-scale military operations if pressure continues from multiple fronts simultaneously, potentially leading to changes in future strategies and support alliances.