Iran Claims Major Missile Arsenal Unused: 'Strategic Strength Intact' Against Israel and US

Amid possibilities of a second round of peace negotiations with the United States, Iran has issued a sensational statement regarding its military capabilities. The Iranian Ministry of Defense claims that during the 40-day conflict against Israel and the US, it has not yet utilized a significant portion of its missile arsenal. This claim follows a recent statement from the Kremlin suggesting that Iran possesses mysterious missiles with capabilities unknown to the world, while iran's latest assertion effectively confirms Russia's claim, surprising both US and Israeli officials, especially as Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu had previously claimed that Iran's missile systems were completely destroyed.

Control Over the Skies and Strategic Readiness

Brigadier General Reza Talai-Nik, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Defense, issued a significant statement on Saturday. He stated that a large part of Iran's missile capability was deliberately withheld during the recent conflict. General Talai-Nik claimed that Iranian armed forces maintained full control over the skies of Israeli-occupied territories until just before the ceasefire. He emphasized that Iran still possesses sufficient advanced missiles that can be deployed if necessary. Iranian officials are describing this as part of their strategic preparedness.

Impact in the Middle East and Domestic Production

During the conflict with Israel and the US, Iranian missiles caused significant impact across the Middle East. Throughout the 40-day war, Iran utilized missiles and drones in its retaliatory strikes, but according to the Ministry of Defense, the country didn't exert its full strength. " He further noted that the Iranian military maintained a strong grip on the enemy's airspace during the struggle. According to Iran, the country domestically produces more than 1,000 types of weapons, which further strengthens its defense capabilities.

Russian Assertions and Future Preparedness

A few days ago, Russia stated that Iran might possess missiles with capabilities never seen before, while iran's current claim is considered highly significant following those remarks. Tensions remain high between Iran and the US in the region. While the US and Israel conducted strikes targeting Iran's nuclear program and military bases, and Iran responded with several missile attacks, Tehran now asserts that its true power remains intact. The Iranian spokesperson added that the country is fully prepared for a long-term conflict.

Iran's defense ministry spokesperson Brigadier General Reza Talaei-Nik:

🔺A significant portion of our missile capability has not been used.

🔺 The Armed Forces had full control over the skies of the occupied territories until the moment before the ceasefire. pic.twitter.com/CQsSgkuTmg

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