Since the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. was announced, leaders in President Donald Trump's administration have been quick to say the Iranian military and its capacity have sustained significant damage during the weeks of fighting. But there's also an acknowledgment Tehran retains some capabilities, whether to strike back or defend itself. Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine this week said the U.S. military has hit more than 13,000 targets. Caine lists high percentages for attacks or destruction to Iran’s air defenses, navy and weapons factories. But the totals stop short of Iran’s military capabilities being “obliterated” or “decimated” as the Republican president has asserted.
