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Iran Drops Ballistic Missile Range Limit: Implications for Global SecurityPolitics

Iran Drops Ballistic Missile Range Limit: Implications for Global Security

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has lifted its self-imposed 2,000km limit on ballistic missile range, signaling a potential shift towards an offensive military doctrine and raising concerns about targets beyond the Middle East. This move comes amid heightened regional tensions and diplomatic efforts to resolve ongoing conflicts.

Al Jazeera English|November 10, 2026
Yemen's Houthis Achieve Significant Missile Advancement with Chinese Components, Escalating Middle East ThreatTechnology

Yemen's Houthis Achieve Significant Missile Advancement with Chinese Components, Escalating Middle East Threat

Yemen's Houthis have significantly advanced their ballistic missile production using Chinese components, developing missiles like the Palestine-2 with extended Middle East range. This development raises regional security concerns, despite Saudi Arabia's defense systems intercepting most projectiles.

The National|October 15, 2026|1
Middle East Tensions Flare: Saudi-Led Coalition Intercepts Ballistic Missiles Targeting RiyadhBreaking News

Middle East Tensions Flare: Saudi-Led Coalition Intercepts Ballistic Missiles Targeting Riyadh

The Saudi-led coalition intercepted ballistic missiles targeting a southern city, amid claims of a Houthi strike on Riyadh airport. The region faces heightened tensions with attacks on tankers and diplomatic condemnations.

The National|October 13, 2026
Rising Tensions on the Peninsula as North Korea Fires Multiple Ballistic MissilesPolitics

Rising Tensions on the Peninsula as North Korea Fires Multiple Ballistic Missiles

North Korea has fired multiple ballistic missiles toward its east coast, escalating regional tensions following recent weapons tests by both nations.

Al Jazeera English|October 12, 2026