Iran announced Wednesday it successfully test-fired an upgraded version of its longest-range missile, which is capable of hitting Israel and parts of Europe and which it said is now faster and harder to shoot down.
The test is Iran's latest show of military strength at a time when it is locked in a standoff with the West over its nuclear program. Tehran has been intent on demonstrating it can retaliate against any military strike on its nuclear facilities by the United States or Israel.
Wednesday's test was for the latest version of Iran's most advanced missile, the Sajjil-2, with a range of about 1,200 miles (1,930 kilometers). That range places Israel, Iran's sworn enemy, well within reach, as well as U.S. bases in the Gulf region and parts of southeastern Europe.
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