Iran has rejected the United States’ claim that its missile capabilities have been destroyed. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated on social media platform X that the initial large-scale missile attacks were intended to blind enemy radar and defense systems. He added that Iran can now strike any target with greater precision using fewer missiles.

Earlier, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had asserted that Operation Epic Fury was systematically destroying Iran’s missile stockpiles and production centers. Ghalibaf’s statement directly refuted that claim, emphasizing that Iran’s missile program remains functional and effective.

The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington amid broader regional hostilities involving Iran, Hezbollah, and Israel, as reported by Al Jazeera.