Iran Signals Potential to Extend Missile Range, State Media Reports

Iran is likely to extend the range of its missiles if it perceives an existential threat, according to Kamal Kharrazi, head of Iran’s Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, as reported by Press TV. Kharrazi stated that Iran has previously acknowledged Western sensitivities, particularly those of European countries. However, he indicated that if Iran’s territorial integrity is not respected, they would no longer feel compelled to honor these sensitivities, potentially leading to an increase in missile range.

Additionally, Kharrazi mentioned that while Iran possesses the capability to develop nuclear weapons, it remains restrained by a directive from Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei against weapons of mass destruction, as noted by Press TV.

Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, addressing Israel’s strategic goals as it contends with Hamas and Hezbollah, reaffirmed Israel’s primary objective of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He highlighted that Israel currently has greater operational flexibility in Iran, stating that Israel has the capability to reach any location within Iran if necessary.