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Iran Unveils Qasem Basir Missile With 1,200 Km Range, Navy Upgrades Sahand Destroyer Ahead of US Nuclear Talks

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Updated May 7, 2025, 12:28 PM

Iran's defense ministry unveiled a new solid-fueled ballistic missile named Qasem Basir, with a range of approximately 1,200 kilometers. The missile's introduction comes amid heightened tensions with the United States over Iran's nuclear program and is seen as a direct message to Israel, which has prior experience with Iranian projectiles. Iranian military officials emphasized the country's growing missile capabilities, noting that the arsenal of short- to medium-range solid fuel systems is being upgraded to enhance lethality, survivability, and battlefield readiness. Brigadier General Ghorban Mohammad Valizadeh, a senior commander, stated that Iran's missile stockpile has expanded so much that storage space is insufficient. The Iranian Navy also highlighted its global military stature and ongoing efforts to equip warships, such as the Sahand destroyer, with multiple missile types and air defense systems. The unveiling of the missile and related military advancements coincide with upcoming US-Iran nuclear talks, with Iranian officials vowing to maintain "unrestrained" force. The developments reflect Tehran's strategic positioning against perceived threats from the US and Israel.

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Sina Azodi

@Azodiac83

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Tasnim News Agency

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Navy to Equip Iranian Destroyer with Air Defense Systems https://t.co/A5yk2Ateal https://t.co/iDf5vRuBuU

ایران اینترنشنال - خبر فوری

@IranIntlbrk

Shahram Irani, commander of the Islamic Republic of Iran Navy: 12 missiles of three types of missiles and two defense systems will be installed on the carrier Sahand