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Iran 'tests new missile engine'
Iran's defence minister says it has successfully tested a new missile motor using solid-fuel technology with a range of 2,000km (1,250 miles).
Such an engine would enhance the capability of medium-range Shahab-3, which already has the ability to hit Israeli and US bases in the region.
The new engine would give the missile a greater range and increase its shelf life, Ali Shamkhani said.
Iran has taken huge steps in ballistic missile technology, experts say.
This - coupled with the country's nuclear activities - has caused alarm among the international community.
"Using solid fuel would be more durable and increase the range of the missile," Mr Shamkhani was quoted as saying by the Iranian official news agency.
Military experts are quoted as saying that the more complex solid-fuel technology would be necessary if Iran wanted to develop a two-stage rocket that could outrange the Shahab-3.
Iran says it is not seeking to develop longer-range missiles and denies allegations that it wants to make nuclear weapons.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/4596295.stm
Looks like Iran is not being deterred by any sort of pressure (keeping in mind the arrogance of the US foreign policy and the EU's lengthy discussions). Lets see where it goes from here and how long does it take Iran to put this missile engine to use now that its been tested. :coffee
Iran's defence minister says it has successfully tested a new missile motor using solid-fuel technology with a range of 2,000km (1,250 miles).
Such an engine would enhance the capability of medium-range Shahab-3, which already has the ability to hit Israeli and US bases in the region.
The new engine would give the missile a greater range and increase its shelf life, Ali Shamkhani said.
Iran has taken huge steps in ballistic missile technology, experts say.
This - coupled with the country's nuclear activities - has caused alarm among the international community.
"Using solid fuel would be more durable and increase the range of the missile," Mr Shamkhani was quoted as saying by the Iranian official news agency.
Military experts are quoted as saying that the more complex solid-fuel technology would be necessary if Iran wanted to develop a two-stage rocket that could outrange the Shahab-3.
Iran says it is not seeking to develop longer-range missiles and denies allegations that it wants to make nuclear weapons.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/4596295.stm
Looks like Iran is not being deterred by any sort of pressure (keeping in mind the arrogance of the US foreign policy and the EU's lengthy discussions). Lets see where it goes from here and how long does it take Iran to put this missile engine to use now that its been tested. :coffee