Iran Showcases New Missiles and Drones Amid Rising Middle East Tensions
Iran's military parade reveals advanced weaponry as regional conflicts escalate, drawing international scrutiny.
- Iran unveiled new ballistic missiles and upgraded long-range drones during its annual military parade in Tehran.
- The Shahed-136B drone now boasts an operational range of over 2,500 miles, nearly double that of its predecessor.
- The new Jihad missile, developed by Iran's Revolutionary Guards, has a range of more than 600 miles and uses solid fuel.
- The parade coincided with heightened tensions following recent clashes between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- Western nations have imposed new sanctions on Iran, accusing it of supplying missiles and drones to Russia for its war in Ukraine, charges Iran denies.