US news reports of gloomy Iran war intel assessments anger Trump
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- U.S. intelligence says Iran has restored operational access to 30 of its 33 missile sites along the Strait of Hormuz and retains about 75% of prewar mobile launchers and 70% of missile stockpiles.
- The New York Times reported that the intelligence contradicts the White House’s claim that Iran’s military is “destroyed 100%,” showing most missile sites are back online.
- The Washington Post disclosed a CIA analysis concluding Iran can survive a U.S. naval blockade for three to four months and has repaired or assembled new missiles despite weeks of bombardment.
- President Trump called the reporting “virtual treason” on Truth Social, insisting Iran’s navy, air force, technology and leadership are gone.
- NBC News said Iranian strikes caused extensive damage to U.S. bases and equipment in the Persian Gulf, with repair costs expected to run into billions of dollars.
Why it matters: US military faces billions in repair costs for Gulf bases while the administration’s credibility suffers as intelligence contradicts Trump’s claims of Iran’s total defeat and the Pentagon must allocate additional funds for repairs.
