U.S. is deploying large numbers of JASSM-ER 'stealth' missiles to the Middle East against Iran, reducing stockpiles originally intended for China and other adversaries. Over 1,000 missiles were used in the first four weeks of operations, raising concerns about supply capabilities.
Israeli air force attacked Iranian chemical and missile production facilities in southwest Iran, aiming to disrupt missile capabilities. Over 120 air-defense and missile targets were struck in central and western Iran in the past 24 hours.
Iran announces the first downing of US military jets in over 20 years amid the ongoing conflict. Despite Trump's assertion that Iran's missile capabilities are severely curtailed, the incident highlights Iran's continued ability to retaliate. The US is searching for a missing pilot while tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz.