IRAN'S Revolutionary Guards test-fired several ballistic missiles yesterday, including a long-range variety capable of hitting US bases in the region as well as Israel, Iranian media reported.
IRAN'S Revolutionary Guards test-fired several ballistic missiles yesterday, including a long-range variety capable of hitting US bases in the region as well as Israel, Iranian media reported.
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The official Irna news agency said the surface-to-surface missiles successfully hit their targets, while semi-official agency Fars said the salvos included the so-called Shahab-3 missile.
It quoted a leading officer as saying the missiles travelled distances of up to 800 miles (1300 kilometres).
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