Font Size:
US intelligence reports revealed that Iran resumed production of drones during the ceasefire period that began last April. The revelation raises Washington's concerns that Tehran is regaining its offensive capabilities at a faster pace than expected despite previous US and Israeli strikes.
Citing sources familiar with the intelligence assessments, CNN reported that Iran succeeded in resuming drone manufacturing operations during the current truce period. This information indicates Tehran's ability to rebuild its military capabilities faster than previous US estimates, raising growing concern among US officials. According to Reuters, the report The process of rehabilitating Iran's military structure is progressing at an accelerated pace, especially in the field of production of drones and launchers. This development comes despite the successive strikes on Iranian military facilities by US and Israeli forces in recent months. Military analysts say Iran's increasing reliance on drone technology reflects a sophisticated defense strategy based on low-cost and high-powered weapons. Impact. These drones have featured prominently in recent military operations, where they have been used to target vital facilities in the Gulf region, making them a central element of Iran's military doctrine. The current truce between Washington and Tehran, reached last April with regional mediation, faces serious challenges that threaten its continuity. While the US administration is afraid of giving Iran enough time to regain its military strength, it is seeking Tehran to enhance its defensive capabilities as a deterrent against any future escalation. General Brad Cooper, the commander of the US Central Command, acknowledged before a Senate committee that the recent US strikes significantly weakened Iran's military capabilities, but at the same time stressed that Tehran still maintains advanced capabilities in the fields of missiles and drones, which keeps the region in a state of anticipation and caution.
Source: Al-Wehda Al-Arabia News Portal
