SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 36    C

National News

The Economic Times

National / The Economic Times

details

US asks defence firms to ramp up weapons output amid Iran war concerns

The US Defence Department seeks accelerated weapons production and faster deliveries. This request stems from concerns over critical munitions shortages linked to the Iran conflict. President Trump has dismissed reports of depleted US weapons stockpiles. He expressed confidence in Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's performance. Both the White House and Pentagon have refuted these claims.

9 Aug 2026 6:17 am