Pentagon Intel Contradicts Trump's Claims, Says Iran Retains Significant Military Capabilities

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Last Updated:April 22, 2026, 15:24 IST

Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire with Iran, hours before its expiry, following a request from Pakistan’s leadership.

Protests in Iran over the ongoing war. (AFP)

Protests in Iran over the ongoing war. (AFP)

Despite the Trump administration’s claims that Iran’s military has been decimated after six weeks of devastating US-Israeli strikes, fresh intelligence from the Pentagon has found that the regime maintains significant military strength, including thousands of missiles and one-way attack drones.

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April 22, 2026, 15:24 IST

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