# US intel says Iran retains thousands of ballistic missiles and key underground sites despite heavy strikes.

*fintech · news · 2026-04-11 · News18*

## Key points

- US intelligence reports Iran retains thousands of ballistic missiles and key underground sites after strikes.
- Over half of Iran's missile launchers are destroyed or trapped, but many can be repaired or retrieved.
- Iran's drone arsenal is now less than half its original size, but it may replenish from Russia.
- Iran's underground missile complexes remain largely intact, preserving significant military capability.
- US officials say Iran cannot currently manufacture new missiles at scale without external support.

**Countries:** Iran, United States, Pakistan, Russia, China

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