US has destroyed only a third of Iran's missiles, intelligence suggests

"About a third of Tehran's missiles have been destroyed, and another third was likely to be damaged or buried in underground tunnels and bunkers, according to a report by Reuters."

"Iran has used ballistic missiles and drones to devastating effect over the last month, continuing to pound Israel and key energy and public infrastructure in the Gulf."

"Iranian officials see its ballistic missile programme as a key deterrent, particularly given the vast military superiority of the US and Israel."

"Israel has made ballistic missile caches and launchers one of the primary targets of its aerial campaign in Iran, claiming to have neutralised 335 or 70% of Tehran's missile launchers."

The US has reportedly destroyed about a third of Iran's missile and drone arsenal, with another third likely damaged or hidden. Despite claims of significant destruction, Iran retains a considerable stockpile of missiles and drones. Iranian officials view their missile program as a crucial deterrent against US and Israeli military superiority. The US and Israel aim to degrade Iran's ballistic missile capabilities, with Israel targeting missile caches in its aerial campaign. The situation continues to impact global economic stability and regional security.

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