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Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, Iran is showcasing its missile capabilities, releasing footage of a new “missile city” as a show of force, reports Maya Carlin of The National Interest. This comes as the U.S. military increases its presence in the region, including the deployment of two carrier groups to the Red Sea to counter Houthi attacks. Iran’s missile stockpile, which has grown significantly over the past decade, now includes over 3,000 ballistic missiles and a formidable cruise missile fleet. Tehran’s missile program serves as its primary means of projecting power, particularly as it nears the potential for nuclear weapon capability. Carlin writes:
Under the direction of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, two carrier groups have deployed to the Red Sea where deterring and thwarting Houthi-launched barrages are critical. Additionally, the Air Force is sending several B-2 strategic bombers to the Indo-Pacific, in another cautionary message meant for Tehran. In light of these moves, the Iranian regime released footage of its alleged new “missile city.” Marking the third facility of its kind to be publicized this year alone, Tehran is clearly trying to flex its long-range capabilities to its American and Israeli adversaries. […]
In the video released by Iran, Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Bagheri and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force commander Amir Ali Hajizadeh appear to be touring the missile facility. As the two figures travel through the massive base, a range of missiles are displayed. According to analyses of the video, Emad, Haj Qassem, Ghadr H, Kheibar Shekan, and Paveh missiles are all held in the city.
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