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Thu May 25, 2023, 02:49 PM May 2023

Iran unveils latest version of ballistic missile amid wider tensions over nuclear program

Source: Associated Press

Iran unveils latest version of ballistic missile amid wider tensions over nuclear program

By Jon Gambrell and Mehdi Fattahi
May 25, 2023

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran unveiled on Thursday what it called the latest iteration of its liquid-fueled Khorramshahr ballistic missile amid wider tensions with the West over its nuclear program.

Authorities showed off the Khorramshahr-4 to journalists at an event in Tehran, with the missile on a truck-mounted launcher.

Defense Minister Gen. Mohammad Reza Ashtiani said the missile could be prepared for launch in a short period.

“One of the prominent characteristics of this missile is its ability to evade radar detection and penetrate enemy air defense systems, thanks to its low radar signature,” the general told journalists. “This missile has the capability to utilize various warheads for different missions.”

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Read more: https://apnews.com/article/iran-khorramshahr-ballistic-missile-nuclear-tensions-017382e19220700c618eeb51d0bd8b94

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