Library Documents on Iran's Missile Program
March 2, 2021
The following individuals have been added to OFAC's SDN List:AL-HAMZI, Ahmad (Arabic: أحمد الحمزي) (a.k.a. AL-HAMZI, Ahmad 'Ali; a.k.a. AL-HAMZI, Ahmad 'Ali Ahsan; a.k.a. AL-HAMZI, Ahmed Ali; a.k.a. "AL-HAMZI, Muti'"), Yemen; DOB 1985; POB Sanaa al-Hamzat, Yemen; nationality Yemen; Gender Male; Commander of the Houthi Air Force (individual) [YEMEN...
February 17, 2021
In the 1980s and 1990s, Iran acquired Soviet and North Korean missiles and converted them to make its Shahab-1, Shahab-2 and Shahab-3 missiles. Today, Iran produces its own arsenal of ballistic and cruise missiles. How did Iran build up its own domestic missile industry? How has Iran innovated on earlier missile designs?
February 15, 2021
A report submitted by the UN Panel of Experts on North Korea sanctions to the UN Security Council on 8 February detailed many instances of illegal activity by North Korea that give cause for concern. The activity that sparked the most headlines, regarding resumed missile cooperation with Iran, lends itself to alarmism but also offers further...
February 9, 2021
[...]QUESTION: Hi. Mouhamed Elahmed with Al Jazeera Arabic. So Iran’s intelligence minister warned that Iran would seek nuclear arms if cornered by the West. So how do you respond to such threats, which is the first indication yet from Iran that it would seek obtaining nuclear arms if pressured more by the U.S. and its allies?
February 1, 2021
Tehran, Feb 1, IRNA – Iran has successfully sent ‘Zol Janah’ satellite carrier into space, Spokesman for Iran Aerospace Organization Ahmad Hosseini on Monday announced.The satellite's research launch was conducted for the first time in the space field by achieving the technology of the most powerful solid-fueled engine in Iran, Hosseini pointed...
January 25, 2021
The members of the Panel of Experts on Yemen have the honour to transmit herewith the final report of the Panel, prepared in accordance with paragraph 8 of resolution 2511 (2020).The report was provided to the Security Council Committee established pursuant to resolution 2140 (2014) on 22 December 2020 and was considered by the Committee on 22...
January 20, 2021
Tehran, Jan 20, IRNA - Iran's Army on Wednesday unveiled "Jalal" Electro - Optical monitoring system in "Eqtedar 99" military exercise.The military exercise spokesman said that in order to monitor different areas and the targets envisaged by 'Eqtedar 99' drills, "Jalal" Electro - Optical monitoring system was used for testing.
January 16, 2021
Tehran, Jan 16, IRNA – The final stage of the Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) military drills finished by targeting marine targets successfully by Iranian ballistic missiles.The final stage of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) drills underway since Friday until Saturday showcasing long-range ballistic missiles.
January 15, 2021
Iran’s nuclear, ballistic missile, and military programs pose continued threats to the world’s safety and security. To address these threats, I am increasing the scope of State Department-administered Iran metals-related sanctions. Today, the State Department is identifying 15 specific materials used in connection with Iran’s nuclear, military, or...
January 14, 2021
Tehran, Jan 14, IRNA – Iran’s domestically-developed semi-heavy “Fateh” (the Conquerer) submarine test-fired torpedoes and successfully hit the hypothetical target.The shooting from the submarine was tested during "Marine Power 99" military drills of Iranian Army Navy, which started on Wednesday in Makran coasts and northern Indian Ocean,...