Pentagon agency: Iran still has military capabilities

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

U.S. intelligence is at odds with public declarations by President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who said the Iranian Air Force was "wiped out" and the Navy is "at the bottom of the sea."

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... Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said Iran's military is largely defeated after weeks of U.S. pummeling. But the regime maintains significant military capability, including thousands of missiles and one-way attack drones, according to a recent statement to lawmakers from the Pentagon's internal intelligence agency. ...

#1 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-04-22 02:25 AM | Reply

Beyond the NBC paywall ...

Pentagon intel says Iran retains 'key military capabilities,' contradicting Trump-Hegseth claims: US Media Report
economictimes.indiatimes.com

... Synopsis

A Pentagon assessment reveals Iran retains its "key military capabilities," contradicting Trump's claims that its forces were "decimated." While Trump extended a ceasefire at Pakistan's request, Tehran rejected the move, stating the "losing side cannot set the terms" and calling for military action against the continuing US "blockade." ...

#2 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-04-22 02:30 AM | Reply