Iran has asserted that it is replenishing and upgrading its missile and drone arsenal at a pace faster than before the recent conflict with the United States and Israel. The claim comes amid a fragile ceasefire, ongoing US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, and heightened regional tensions.
Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Commander Majid Mousavi have recently made the bold statement in a video shared on social media, accompanied by footage showing the overhaul of underground missile facilities and launch systems. According to Iranian state-affiliated media like Nournews, Mousavi declared: “During the ceasefire period, our speed in updating and replenishing missile and drone launch platforms is even faster than before the war.”
This assertion signals Iran’s determination to rapidly restore its military capabilities despite heavy strikes during the 2025-2026 hostilities.
Context: Missile Arsenal Amid US-Iran Tensions and Strait of Hormuz Crisis
The claim arrives as Iran maintains strict control over the Strait of Hormuz, refusing unilateral normalization of traffic due to what it calls a “warlike situation” caused by US ceasefire violations, including the naval blockade of Iranian ports and the recent seizure of the Iranian-flagged vessel M/V Touska.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei and other officials have repeatedly linked military readiness to the ongoing standoff, arguing that threats to Iranian vessels and ports justify heightened defensive postures.
President Donald Trump has countered by keeping the blockade in place until a comprehensive agreement is reached, including on Iran’s nuclear program and regional influence. Indirect talks, including US engagements mediated via Pakistan, continue but face deep mistrust.
Iran’s accelerated missile rebuild raises concerns in Washington and Tel Aviv about potential renewed strikes if the ceasefire collapses. US intelligence has previously noted Iran’s ability to quickly repair damaged bunkers and reactivate launchers, sometimes within hours.