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https://www.fda.gov/drugs/novel-drug-approvals-fda/novel-drug-approvals-2026

https://investor.assemblybio.com/news-releases/news-release-details/assembly-biosciences-exercises-us-profit-share-option-gilead-hsv

Based on the article, it can be inferred that Gilead may already have plans for Phase 3

1.This decision follows Assembly Bio’s receipt and review of Gilead’s complete development plan and budget for the program.

2.Under the development plan, GS-1179 is expected to advance into a Phase 2 clinical trial in participants with recurrent genital herpes by the end of 2026, with potential evaluation as part of a combination strategy with HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)

https://www.innovativemolecules.com/innovative-molecules-announces-first-patient-dosed-in-phase-2a-trial-of-adibelivir-(im-250),-advancing-company-into-late-stage-clinical-development

https://investor.assemblybio.com/events-presentations

Looking at the PPT, functional cure might actually be possible.

Let's all stay strong and move forward.