How Iran Built a Powerful Missile Arsenal Despite Decades of US Sanction

Iran Missile Power Rise : Iran’s missile program began during the Iran-Iraq War with reliance on imported Scud systems. Over time, Tehran advanced through reverse engineering, developing the Shahab series to extend its strike range. A major shift came with solid-fuel technology, enabling faster, more mobile launches through the Fateh series. The development of the Sejjil marked a key milestone with its two-stage solid-fuel capability, enhancing long-range strike potential. Today, systems like the Khorramshahr highlight Iran’s precision strike capabilities, demonstrating how sustained innovation allowed its missile arsenal to grow despite decades of US sanctions.