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Iran might have a few military surprises in store as US hopes of a swift victory fade 

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Thai bulk carrier Mayuree Naree engulfed in smoke near the Strait of Hormuz on March 11 after an attack, as seen in a photo released by the Royal Thai Navy.

Thai bulk carrier Mayuree Naree engulfed in smoke near the Strait of Hormuz on March 11 after an attack, as seen in a photo released by the Royal Thai Navy.

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Borzou Daragahi

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  • US and Israel claim air supremacy over Iran, yet reports show Iran's attacks continue, hitting Bahrain and even Tel Aviv, according to various news outlets.
  • Iran aims to impose costs on the US, potentially disrupting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, to pressure markets and raise fuel prices.
  • Iran employs a mosaic defence doctrine with decentralised command, using analogue encryption, and may have yet to deploy its most powerful weapons and strategies.

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- The US and Israel claim that they have established air supremacy over Iran, giving them a clear-cut path to attack and spy unfettered as they pursue a war meant to weaken the country or topple the government.

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