Iran rebuilding military capabilities at stunning speed during ceasefire: ‘Exceeded all timelines’

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21 May 2026 • 9:50 PM MYT
The Independent
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Iran rebuilding military capabilities at stunning speed during ceasefire: ‘Exceeded all timelines’

  • U.S. intelligence sources report Iran is rebuilding its military industrial base, including drone production and missile capabilities, much faster than expected during a six-week ceasefire.
  • “The Iranians have exceeded all timelines the IC had for reconstitution,” a US official said.
  • Donald Trump stated he is in no hurry to end the war with Iran, prioritizing mission objectives over a timeline for its conclusion.
  • Iran has threatened to extend the war beyond the Middle East and will not surrender if the United States restarts attacks.
  • Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has ordered that near-weapons-grade uranium must remain in Iran, despite US demands for Tehran to forfeit its enrichment rights.

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