Former CIA Director David Petraeus said Wednesday that the United States military has achieved "air supremacy" over Iran as conflict continues to intensify across the Middle East region.

Petraeus, who previously served as commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), made the remarks during an interview with NewsNation host Blake Burman. He was responding to questions about recent assertions by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth regarding American military capabilities in the region.

The comments come as tensions between the United States and Iran remain elevated, with ongoing conflicts involving Iranian proxies throughout the Middle East. Petraeus's assessment of air superiority suggests a significant shift in the military balance of power in the region.

Petraeus has extensive experience in Middle East military operations, having served in senior positions overseeing U.S. forces in the region during his military career before leading the CIA. His current assessment reflects ongoing developments in the strategic relationship between Washington and Tehran amid broader regional instability.