Iran unfazed by US strikes? Tehran rebuilding military faster than expected, producing drones

Key points

• Iran rebuilds amid ceasefire fears Mounting cost of Operation Epic Fury US intelligence assessments suggesting Iran could rebuild key military capabilities within months have raised fresh questions over the long-term effectiveness of US-Israeli strikes on Tehran’s defence infrastructure.
• According to a CNN report citing multiple sources familiar with American intelligence, Iran has already restarted parts of its drone production during the si week ceasefire that began in April, signalling a far quicker recovery than initially anticipated in Washington.The report comes as President Donald Trump continues to threaten renewed military action if Tehran refuses to agree to a broader peace settlement.
• Intelligence officials told CNN that some assessments now indicate Iran could fully restore its drone attack capability in as little as six months.
• One US official quoted by CNN said: “The Iranians have exceeded all timelines the IC had for reconstitution.”American intelligence agencies believe Iran’s recovery has been aided by...