Ballistic missile

Iran expert: This is why Iran will never give up its ballistic missile program

Iran is not seeking a military confrontation with the United States, but the key question is what Tehran is willing to concede to avoid one

A banner with a photo of a new hypersonic ballistic missile called "Fattah" and with text reading "400 seconds to Tel Aviv" is seen on a street in Tehran, Iran June 8, 2023
An Iranian missile is launched during a military exercise at an undisclosed location in Iran, August 20, 2025

Iran steps up missile upgrades with Russian help amid strike fears

Vehicles drive past a banner in Tehran's Palestine Square warning Israel of retaliatory ballistic missile strikes, in a picture shared on February 8, 2026.

'You start, we finish it': Tehran's Palestine Sq. poster threatens targeting Tel Aviv, airport

A firefighter works at the scene of a fire at Janat Abad Market in Tehran, Iran, February 3, 2026.

Fire breaks out in Iranian military complex, no injuries reported


No clear objectives for US military action in Iran, officials say

Senior US officials are unclear on Trump's objectives for military action in Iran, as indirect talks continue in Oman amid rising tensions.

The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) sails alongside the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111) in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

Iranian Khorramshahr 4 missile deployed in IRGC 'missile city'

The Khorramshahr 4 has a range of 2,000 km (1240 miles) and is capable of carrying a 1,500 kg warhead, Iran's state-run Press TV said.

Iranian missiles are displayed in a park in Tehran, Iran, January 31, 2026

Forget Iran nukes, terror proxies - for Israel, it's all about ballistic missiles now - exclusive

IDF chief ready to strike surprising targets if Tehran chooses war • Eyal Zamir made case against ballistic missiles directly to US military officials in Washington

 Israeli security and rescue forces at the scene where a ballistic missile fired from Iran hit and caused damage in Tel Aviv, June 17, 2025.

Iran agrees to discuss proxy terror, ballistic missile arsenal in US negotiations - NYT

The talks between Iran and US are still set to focus on Iran's nuclear program and capabilities, NYT noted, citing three Iranian officials and one Arab official.

A banner with a photo of a new hypersonic ballistic missile called "Fattah" and with text reading "400 seconds to Tel Aviv" is seen on a street in Tehran, Iran June 8, 2023

Iran’s ballistic missile arsenal: Types, ranges, and regional impact - explainer

Iranian officials have repeatedly said Tehran had recovered from the damage incurred during the war and that its capabilities are better than ever.

An Iranian missile system is displayed next to a banner with a picture of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during Iranian Defence Week, in a street in Tehran, Iran, September 25, 2025.

Iranian MP threatens US bases, urges Jordanians to seize control of air base amid rising tensions

Iranian MP Mojtaba Zarei urged Jordanians to seize the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base and take US soldiers captive after Tehran strikes the base in a threatened upcoming ballistic missile attack.

Tehran MP Mojtaba Zarei; illustrative.

Witkoff's Israel visit aims to explore red lines, acceptable terms in Iran negotiations - analysis

As Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff arrives in Israel, officials see the visit as a real-time effort to test Israel’s red lines on Iran and gauge what kind of deal Jerusalem could tolerate.

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff delivers a press conference upon the signing of the declaration on deploying post-ceasefire force in Ukraine, during the so-called 'Coalition of the Willing' summit, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, January 6, 2026; illustrative.

Iran FM Araghchi says Trump being ‘dragged’ toward war by 'certain elements'

Abbas Araghchi told CNN that miscalculations could trigger war with the US, while insisting Iran remains open to a deal on nuclear weapons.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks in Istanbul, Turkey, January 30, 2026; illustrative.

Israel assesses Iran strike unlikely this week as US weighs next steps

The prevailing assessment in Israel did not point to immediate US action, with officials speaking in terms of weeks rather than days.

A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, flanked by two F-22 Raptor fighter jets, flies over Washington, D.C., during Independence Day celebrations on July 4, 2025.

WATCH: Iranian Mossad agent discusses anti-regime role during June's Israel-Iran war

The agent, known as "Arash," spoke to Channel 12's Uvda about the role he played as "Mossad's eyes" during an operation within Iran to destroy a ballistic missile launcher aimed towards Israel.

Iranian Mossad agent "Arash" speaks to Channel 12's Uvda about an operation during the Israel-Iran war in June 2025, broadcast on January 29, 2026.