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U.S. Defense Chief Claims Iran's Missile Program Destroyed, Contradicting Intelligence

4/11/2026

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Iran's missile program is "completely" destroyed, contradicting intelligence that Iran retains thousands of ballistic missiles.
U.S. officials say many launchers remain operable despite damage.
U.S. intelligence suggests China plans to supply Iran with shoulder-fired anti-air missiles amid ceasefire negotiations.
Russia continues to assist Iran with intelligence and Iran supplies drones to Russia for its Ukraine conflict.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Iran's missile program is "completely" destroyed, contradicting intelligence that Iran retains thousands of ballistic missiles.
U.S. officials say many launchers remain operable despite damage.
U.S. intelligence suggests China plans to supply Iran with shoulder-fired anti-air missiles amid ceasefire negotiations.
Russia continues to assist Iran with intelligence and Iran supplies drones to Russia for its Ukraine conflict.