Iran tests missile despite Trump pressure

[icymist]

Source: BBC

The launch of the Khoramshahr missile, which has a range of 2,000 km (1242 miles), was shown on state TV. It is unclear when the test took place.

At the UN on Tuesday, Mr Trump criticised Iran's missile programme and the 2015 nuclear deal with the country.

On Friday Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Iran would increase its military power "as a deterrent"

The Khoramshahr missile was first displayed at a military parade on Friday in Tehran. It is capable of carrying multiple warheads, state broadcaster Press TV reports.

Read more: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-41371309

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Thanks a lot Trump!

[HAB911]

1. It's almost like no one respects him

I sure don't

[Roy Rolling]

2. Art of the Deal-Breaker

Just like American bankers, who will trust him? When he breaks every agreement the U.S. Government makes, who will trust the U.S.?

Why should Iran and North Korea come to the bargaining table when the U.S. unilaterally backs out of its commitments?

[RandiFan1290]

3. With the threats flying

They have every right to defend themselves and ignore the UN if necessary.

We accept and encourage it from other countries.

[Hortensis]

4. Despite, or because of? Simpleminded idiot.

[truthisfreedom]

5. Rocket men...

Burn in' out their lives up there alone!