Iran rebuilding military industrial base faster than expected, CNN reports

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Iran is reportedly accelerating the modernization of its military industrial base, with drone production restarting during a recent ceasefire. U.S. intelligence has indicated that the pace of these developments may be faster than previously anticipated.

May 21 (Reuters) - Iran has already restarted some of its drone production during the six-week ceasefire that began in early April, CNN reported on Thursday, citing two sources familiar with U.S. intelligence assessments. US intelligence indicates Iran’s military is rebuilding much faster than initially estimated, the report added, citing four sources. Reuters could not immediately verify the report.