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In this episode of The Daily Brief by DefenceHQ, Major Gaurav Arya is joined by Maj. Gen. Sanjay Soi (Retd.) to analyse the escalating US–Iran conflict and the intense missile and drone exchanges across the Middle East. The discussion explores whether Iran could run out of missiles in a prolonged high-intensity war and how continuous strikes are impacting both sides’ military stockpiles and defence systems.Maj. Gen. Sanjay Soi (Retd.) also examines the role of Russia and China, including reports of Russian intelligence support to Iran and the possibility of supply routes through regional networks. The episode further looks at Iran’s broader strategy—targeting energy routes, raising economic pressure, and increasing US casualties—to create political and economic costs for Washington while prolonging the conflict.