Iran asserts new ballistic missile capabilities amid ongoing maritime tensions
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Iran, United States, Gulf nations
Strait of Hormuz
September 7, 2026
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Iran claims a new ballistic missile, Qassem Basir, marks a turning point in its defense strategy. The U.S. reports that 94 commercial vessels have been redirected and three disabled due to ongoing maritime conflict. Regional leaders condemn Iran's attacks on commercial shipping and assert that maritime corridors should not be used as bargaining chips.
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