US intelligence estimates Iran retains 1,500–2,500 missiles
US intelligence assesses Iran has 1,500 to 2,500 ballistic missiles remaining, contradicting claims of total destruction. Iran is rebuilding its arsenal using pre-war components, though at a slower pace. Israeli officials estimate over 1,500 missiles remain.
The US intelligence community estimates that Iran holds between 1,500 and 2,500 missiles in its arsenal, the Wall Street Journal reported, citing official American sources. The arsenal leaves Iran with significant capability to attack the US and its allies in the event of another war, but officials have low confidence in the assessments due to the complexity of monitoring. Despite American and Israeli strikes on missile production facilities, Iran has continued to rebuild its arsenal at a slower pace, mainly using pre-stocked components. This rebuilding contradicts statements by senior Trump administration officials, including the president, that Iran's military had been destroyed. Israeli officials assess Iran holds over 1,500 ballistic missiles. Damage to American military facilities led Washington to transfer military assets to Israel, considered safer. Prime Minister Netanyahu is pushing for renewed strikes, and the Mossad chief traveled to Washington for talks. Trump hinted the US did not completely destroy Iran and demanded "total victory." An Israeli official warned that the Iranians are "building and rearming" and preparing for another round of fighting.