Trump Paused Iran Bombing as US Munitions and Targets Ran Low

Trump paused a 13-night bombing campaign against Iran on July 24, 2026, after Adm. Bradley Cooper reported the US had nearly exhausted its target list and senior officials warned of depleting munitions. The five-month conflict cost at least $38 billion, expended over 2,100 cruise missiles, and halved the US Patriot interceptor stockpile. Tomahawks used may not be replaced until 2031.