The Wall Street Journal has raised concerns about vulnerabilities and risks facing the US military during its war with Iran, according to a report published on August 10, 2026. It said Iranian attacks on US military bases in West Asia, including a recent attack in Jordan, highlighted the growing threat from enemy missiles and drones.

The newspaper said the attacks showed that the United States was not adequately prepared to protect overseas military bases, critical infrastructure, and military and civilian personnel. It claimed Iran had launched more than 2,000 aircraft, missile, and drone attacks across West Asia since the war began, damaging at least 20 facilities used by US forces in eight countries.

The Wall Street Journal estimated military equipment and infrastructure losses at about $13 billion and said more than 42 US military aircraft had been destroyed or damaged. The New York Times said five months of fighting had reduced stocks of key weapons, including more than 1,500 Patriot missiles, and that replenishment could take at least two years. It said the shortfall could weaken US capacity to respond to potential threats in Europe and Asia.

Nearly 700 US military personnel were injured in Iranian drone and missile attacks on US bases in West Asia and in other clashes, according to the report published on August 7, 2026. It said most of those affected suffered traumatic brain injuries, raising concerns about the long-term harmful effects of such injuries.

Citing Iranian media coverage of an Associated Press report, the article said the conflict with Iran had caused extensive US losses. It said the duration of the conflicts remained uncertain. According to statements released by military officials, most of the injured personnel later returned to duty despite suffering brain injury-related problems.

The report also said earlier news sources had alleged that the US government was concealing the actual scale of military casualties in the war with Iran. US government sources have so far cited 18 US military deaths and more than 500 personnel injured in clashes with Iran. It added that many of the casualties were senior military officers in the US armed forces.

Senior officials from Iran, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan held telephone discussions on the current situation in West Asia and diplomatic efforts to strengthen regional security. The report, published on August 3, 2026, said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a second phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, with Pakistan’s army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir also taking part.

In a Telegram post, Araghchi said the discussion covered the current regional situation and various initiatives aimed at preserving and further strengthening security and stability in West Asia. The three sides exchanged views on these issues during the call.

According to Araghchi, all parties stressed the need to use the potential of regional cooperation to achieve those goals and to prioritize political solutions. No details were provided about possible measures agreed during the discussion or about future plans. The report also did not specify a schedule for further talks or meetings.