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Intelligence Confirms Half Iran's Missiles Intact
Intelligence assessments revealed about half of Iran's missile launchers remained operational.
“Around half of Iran’s missile launch systems remain operational and the country still possesses thousands of one-way attack drones”
Thousands of drones still comprised Tehran's arsenal despite 12,300 strikes conducted.
This intelligence conflicted with Trump's claims that very few missiles remain.
The Atlantic Council described the campaign as a high-risk gamble.
Underground Tunnels Shield Iran's Arsenal
Iran relies on a complex network of tunnels providing maximum protection for military equipment.
Satellite images showed 27 underground bases and more than 100 tunnels.
Heavy equipment was bombed to prevent reopening routes, but substitute equipment allowed continued access.
The underground network is part of Iran's long-term asymmetric warfare strategy.
Cruise Missiles Enable Strait of Hormuz Threat
Many of Iran's coastal defense cruise missiles had not been significantly degraded.
“Many of Iran’s coastal defense cruise missiles have not been significantly degraded”
These missiles enable Iran to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
US-Israeli forces focused on internal targets rather than maritime capabilities.
The Pentagon and White House did not respond to requests for comment.
Legal Objections Mount at Capitol
Congressional Democrats demanded briefings on the war's legality.
The Atlantic Council warned of weak legal and political justification.
The opposition reflected a growing realization that regime change lacked clear exit conditions.