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A toothless Iran? Missile and drone strikes show it can still inflict pain

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Emergency responders at the site of a strike in the town of Eshtaol, Israel.

Emergency responders at the site of a strike in the town of Eshtaol, Israel.

PHOTO: AMIT ELKAYAM/NYTIMES

Nicholas Kulish, Helene Cooper, Isabel Kershner and Erika Solomon

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  • Iran continues missile and drone attacks on US and Gulf allies despite US-Israeli strikes, signalling ongoing regional destabilisation.
  • Iran's hit rate is increasing, suggesting adaptation and continued operational capacity.
  • Analysts cite Iran's ability to launch 20 to 30 missiles daily, indicating maintained access to missile cities and potential for further attacks.

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