US military leaders seek exit from Iran war as weapons run low

In early August 2026, as the US-Iran war continues, top US military officials are reportedly pushing for a way out. According to multiple reports, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Caine, has warned Trump advisers that airpower alone won't defeat Iran and is seeking an 'off-ramp' from the conflict. The reports come as the US is burning through missile supplies, straining stockpiles and delaying deliveries to allies.

Meanwhile, Israeli media report that Israel is preparing for possible unilateral strikes on Iran, as Washington searches for an exit strategy. The situation highlights growing strains on US military resources and a divergence in approach between the US and Israel.