US pauses Iran air strikes as Patriot stocks dwindle

A pause in U.S. air strikes on Iran was observed overnight, marking the first night in nearly two weeks without new attacks. Washington has carried out daily strikes against Iranian military targets since the escalation in early March, targeting command and control facilities, air defense sites and logistics hubs.

U.S. media outlets report that the halt may be linked to concerns over the United States’ dwindling stockpiles of Patriot interceptors and other air‑defense munitions. Analysts suggest that the Pentagon is reassessing its ability to sustain continuous operations without compromising its own defensive readiness, prompting a temporary suspension of further strikes.

The pause comes amid a broader U.S. strategy to pressure Iran while managing its own operational resources. While no official statement has confirmed the reasoning, the timing aligns with reports of reduced interceptor availability, indicating that logistical considerations may be influencing the decision to suspend nightly bombardments.