Iran's military more capable than Trump administration is publicly acknowledging, sources say
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Key Points:
- U.S. officials reveal that Iran retains significant military capabilities despite recent strikes, with about half of its ballistic missiles and launch systems still intact as of early April.
- Approximately 60% of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' naval forces, including fast-attack boats, remain operational and continue to disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran's air force is estimated to be about two-thirds operational despite extensive U.S. and Israeli attacks targeting thousands of military sites.
- U.S. President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have publicly claimed that Operation Epic Fury has effectively destroyed Iran's military capacity, describing it as a historic and overwhelming victory.
- Pentagon officials acknowledge significant damage to Iran's conventional navy but emphasize that Iran still poses a threat with thousands of missiles and attack UAVs capable of targeting U.S. and allied forces in the region.
