Iran’s ballistic missile program stands as one of the largest and most sophisticated in the Middle East. Consistently maintaining that its missile development is non-negotiable, Iran possesses a diverse arsenal with operational ranges spanning from 300 kilometers to 3,000 kilometers. This includes advanced missiles such as the Sejjil, Qadr, and Khorramshahr—all capable of reaching the Zionist state—as well as hypersonic missiles that travel at speeds exceeding five times the speed of sound.
To facilitate the production and secure storage of these assets, Iran has established extensive underground “missile cities.” Tehran asserts that these strategic weapons serve as a deterrent and a means to deliver a decisive retaliation against any potential aggression. The efficacy of Iran’s missile power has been demonstrated in several key instances, including the strikes during the 2025 conflict with Israel and the retaliatory attacks on U.S. military bases following the assassination of Qasem Soleimani. While Western powers perceive this program as a significant threat to regional stability, Iran continues to advance and fortify its capabilities through strategic cooperation with North Korea, Russia, and China.
