Testimony of Michael Elleman before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs

Iran’s Ballistic Missile Program
May 24, 2016

Weapon Program: 

  • Missile

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Ballistic missiles are central to Iran’s deterrence posture and will remain so for the foreseeable future. The priority assigned to ballistic missiles is reflected by the size and scope of Iran’s arsenal, the largest and most diverse in the region. Given this importance, Iran will not surrender its current systems, except, possibly, under the direst of circumstances. Even if Iran acquires advanced military aircraft in the near future, ballistic missiles will continue to play a prominent role in its force structure.

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Iran’s Ballistic Missile Program: Testimony of Michael Elleman Before the Senate Banking Committee