Intel Leak Blows Up Trump’s Big War Boasts
The Daily Beast • • world
Key Points:
- The Trump administration confirms it has destroyed about one-third of Iran’s missile arsenal and drone capacity, with another third likely damaged or buried but less certain in status.
- Despite this, President Trump claimed during a Cabinet meeting that Iran’s strike capabilities have been nearly eliminated, though he acknowledged even 1 percent of missiles remaining could pose a threat.
- Iranian missile and drone attacks have reportedly decreased by about 90 percent, and over 66 percent of Iran’s missile, drone, and naval production facilities have been targeted by U.S. forces.
- Trump has deployed thousands of ground troops to the Middle East and is considering further escalation along the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran closed in response to U.S. and Israeli strikes.
- The ongoing conflict has caused a 30 percent surge in U.S. gas prices, creating political challenges for Republicans ahead of midterm elections, while Trump seeks a swift end to the war amid concerns about U.S. casualties and Iran’s refusal to negotiate with his chosen emissaries.
