Iranian Military Is in a “Terrible State” as Tension Escalates in Strait of Hormuz

Name: Iranian Military Is in a “Terrible State” as Tension Escalates in Strait of Hormuz
Uploaded: 2026-05-06T00:00:00-04:00
Description: H.R. McMaster appears on CBS News to discuss the state of Iran’s military capabilities. He argues that the regime cannot sustain prolonged missile and drone attacks, and Iranian leaders are closely watching American public opinion, hoping the United States will give in first.

H.R. McMaster

Chair of the Advisory Board, Japan Chair

H.R. McMaster

In the Media

A flight of U.S. Army AH-64 Apache attack helicopters, armed with rockets and Hellfire missiles, taxi out to conduct a scheduled flight in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. In addition to rockets and missiles, the Apache is additionally armed with a 30mm chain gun. (U.S. Army photo)

A flight of US Army AH-64 Apache attack helicopters, armed with rockets and Hellfire missiles, taxis in the Central Command Area on May 1, 2026. (US Army)

H.R. McMaster appears on CBS News to discuss the state of Iran’s military capabilities. He argues that the regime cannot sustain prolonged missile and drone attacks, and Iranian leaders are closely watching American public opinion, hoping the United States will give in first.

Foreign Policy

Iranian Military Is in a “Terrible State” as Tension Escalates in Strait of Hormuz

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