Iran Still Has Up to 2,500 Missiles Despite US-Israeli Strikes, Intelligence Report Says

Despite extensive strikes carried out by Israel and the United States during the war, Iran is believed to retain a substantial arsenal of between 1,500 and 2,500 missiles, according to a US intelligence assessment reported by The Wall Street Journal early Sunday. The IDF similarly estimates that Tehran possesses more than 1,500 ballistic missiles.

The assessment contrasts with statements by US President Donald Trump and his administration claiming that Iran's military capabilities had been destroyed. However, American intelligence officials have assigned the estimate a low confidence level because of difficulties distinguishing missiles held in storage from those ready for immediate launch. Nevertheless, US officials maintain that Iran remains capable of striking Israeli and American targets.

Iran Rebuilding Missile Capabilities

According to the report, Tehran is working to restore its damaged missile production infrastructure, relying largely on components stockpiled before the war. Iranian forces have also reportedly regained access to underground facilities, although missile production remains below prewar levels. The country continues to maintain significant inventories of drones and short-range missiles.

An Israeli military official warned that Iran is "restoring its capabilities and rearming" in preparation for another major confrontation. Tehran has reportedly improved the precision of its attacks by incorporating intelligence and targeting data, including assistance from Russia, while coordinating missile and drone strikes.

Following Iranian attacks that damaged American military bases, radar installations, and early-warning systems in the region, numerous US military assets were reportedly relocated to Israel, which is considered a safer location.

Netanyahu Pushes for Renewed Strikes as Trump Favors Sanctions

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly advocating renewed military action against Iran, while Mossad Director Roman Gofman met with senior officials in Washington on Friday to discuss the possibility. Gulf states, meanwhile, oppose further escalation over concerns that renewed strikes could provoke Iranian retaliation.

Trump, who declared Wednesday that he wanted "total victory, not 93% victory," is reportedly favoring economic sanctions and a naval blockade for the time being rather than immediately resuming military operations.

The president also reportedly instructed Vice President JD Vance to end a diplomatic channel with a hardline Iranian official and shift his attention toward domestic affairs.

The competing assessments and policy positions highlight the uncertainty surrounding Iran's remaining military capabilities and Washington's next steps, as Israeli officials press for further action while regional governments seek to prevent another major confrontation.