Iran Successfully Test-Fires Missile Equipped with 2-Ton Warhead

Iran’s defense minister announced that the country has successfully tested a missile carrying a two-ton warhead, highlighting a new advancement in its military capabilities.

Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, Iran’s Defense Minister, announced on Wednesday that the country successfully conducted a missile test last week featuring a two-ton warhead, hailing it as a major step forward in Iran’s defense capabilities, The Caspian Post reports citing Mehr news.

Speaking to reporters after a cabinet meeting, Nasirzadeh said, “We have made very good progress in defense affairs. Our operational forces are fully equipped.”

“Our most recent achievement came last week when we successfully tested a missile carrying a two-ton warhead, with excellent results.”

The test is part of Iran’s broader efforts to enhance its military readiness and defense power amid ongoing regional tensions.