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Iran's Missile Stockpiles Depleted: New 'Less But More' Drone Strategy Targets 11 Nations

Iran launched waves of missile attacks in the Gulf in retaliation to the US-Israeli attacks on Feb 28. (Reuters)

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News18•06-03-2026, 16:13

Iran's Missile Stockpiles Depleted: New 'Less But More' Drone Strategy Targets 11 Nations

•US-Israeli operations significantly degraded Iran's missile stockpiles, weakening its ability to launch massive barrages.
•Iran adopted a 'fewer shots, more targets' strategy, using low-cost drone attacks across 11 countries to impose economic costs.
•The strategy aims to pressure the U.S. and allies by targeting energy hubs, global shipping, and creating a 'general risk perception'.
•Iran's tactics include drone swarms (Shahed-136), maritime chokeholds (Strait of Hormuz), and decentralized command.
•The U.S. and allies have deployed significant forces and increased missile defense postures in response to Iranian threats.

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