Iran’s Military Resilience Threatens Stability Despite Damage from Last Year’s Conflict

Last year’s brief but intense conflict between Israel and Iran exposed cracks in Tehran’s military defenses, yet it would be a grave mistake to believe Iran has been neutralized. While American and Israeli forces delivered powerful blows to Iranian nuclear sites and air defenses, vital missile stockpiles and launch capabilities remain operational—posing a persistent threat to American bases, allies, and global energy security. How Long Will Washington Underestimate Iran’s Enduring Threat? The 12-day war of June 13-24 saw decisive actions by Israel and the United States to cripple Iran’s nuclear ambitions using state-of-the-art stealth technology and overwhelming air power. Yet...