A recent US intelligence assessment has concluded that Iran retains substantial missile and drone capabilities, despite weeks of sustained strikes by the United States and Israel.

According to a report by CNN citing informed sources, nearly half of Iran’s missile launchers remain intact, while the country continues to possess thousands of one-way attack drones capable of causing widespread damage.

The findings present a more nuanced picture than statements by President Donald Trump, who has repeatedly claimed that Iran’s missile and drone capabilities have been “dramatically reduced.”

In a recent address, Trump said most launchers and weapons production facilities had been destroyed.

US Central Command said more than 12,300 targets have been struck so far, degrading Iran’s military capacity and eliminating key figures.

However, intelligence officials indicate that the country still maintains a sizable arsenal.

The Pentagon acknowledged a reduction in missile numbers but stopped short of declaring a complete neutralisation.

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said ballistic missile and drone attacks have dropped by about 90 per cent.

The White House defended the administration’s position, saying critics of the intelligence assessment were attempting to undermine US and Israeli military efforts. Officials maintained that Iran’s operational capacity is being steadily constrained and that air superiority has been achieved.

Israeli military sources estimate that only 20 to 25 per cent of Iranian launchers are currently active, noting that underground and concealed systems are not fully accounted for.

Analysts say Iran’s use of mobile launchers and extensive underground tunnel networks has limited the effectiveness of airstrikes, allowing key assets to survive.

The report also noted that Iran retains roughly half of its naval capability, including hundreds or possibly thousands of small vessels used to harass commercial shipping, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz.

Experts warn that fully neutralising Iran’s capabilities would require further action against remaining missile systems, drones, and proxy forces that continue to pose regional and maritime threats.