# Iran has grown more confident in its ability to confront US — NYT

https://mins.news/en/item/46051

- TASS, 2026-09-04 21:37 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2182989

> Six months into the US military operation against Iran, Tehran has become more confident in its own strength, The New York Times reported, citing US intelligence. The paper said Iran better understands its capabilities and the limits of US power, feels more able to strike targets in the Middle East, and appears to have a clearer grasp of controlling the Strait of Hormuz. Officials cited by the paper saw few signs Iran was ready for a deal with Washington.

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