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NYT: Iran Remains a Threat with its Covert Arsenal

Published March 29, 2026, 13:28
NYT: Iran Remains a Threat with its Covert Arsenal

Despite claims by Donald Trump and the US military regarding the weakening of Iran's military capabilities, the country continues to launch attacks on various Middle Eastern countries, including the US, Israel, and Gulf states. These attacks involve the use of missiles and drones, causing damage and injuries. A New York Times analysis reports that millions of Israelis continue to seek shelter, and even the interceptions of Iranian attacks result in casualties. Despite the successes of the US and Israel in neutralizing Iranian leaders and military installations, Iran maintains a significant number of missiles and drones capable of destabilizing the region. US officials acknowledge that information regarding Iranian capabilities is limited, but estimate that Iran still possesses thousands of drones and hundreds of ballistic missiles.