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Iran's Unrest Hinders Missile Threats to Israel

1/13/2026

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Marom Analyzes Iran

Maj. Gen. Eliezer Marom, a former Israeli Navy commander, says rising unrest in Iran complicates the regime's ability to launch missiles toward Israel.
He notes that missile launches require substantial logistical support, which is hindered by Iran's internal conflict.
Marom advises Israel to prioritize threats from Lebanon before addressing Iran, while noting the oil dispute is a global issue being overlooked.

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U.S. Forces Seize Cargo

U.S. Special Forces raided a December 2025 ship from China to Iran, seizing cargo for Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The seizure highlights Iran's reliance on Chinese supplies for military reconstruction, especially solid-fuel missiles.
Reports indicate unusual Iranian missile activity, prompting Israeli defense alerts.
Iran aims to rebuild its missile arsenal after the June 2025 campaign.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry says it will not negotiate its missile program, calling it national defense.

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Marom Analyzes Iran

Maj. Gen. Eliezer Marom, a former Israeli Navy commander, says rising unrest in Iran complicates the regime's ability to launch missiles toward Israel.
He notes that missile launches require substantial logistical support, which is hindered by Iran's internal conflict.
Marom advises Israel to prioritize threats from Lebanon before addressing Iran, while noting the oil dispute is a global issue being overlooked.

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