Iran has rejected fresh allegations from the United States that it is developing missiles capable of striking American territory, describing the claims as baseless and misleading. The response signals renewed strain between Tehran and Washington over Iran’s military capabilities and regional posture.
The controversy followed remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, who said Iran was pursuing long-range missile technology that could reach the United States. The comments reignited debate over Tehran’s ballistic missile programme and its broader defence ambitions.
In a statement posted on X, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baqaei, dismissed the allegations as a repetition of “big lies.” He said claims concerning Iran’s nuclear activities, ballistic missiles, and reported casualties during January’s unrest were unfounded, though he did not specify which particular assertions he was addressing.
In a February interview with Al Jazeera, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran lacks the capability to strike the U.S. mainland. However, he warned that American military bases in the Middle East would be targeted if Washington initiates military action. The exchange highlights persistent tensions between both countries amid wider security concerns in the region.
Iran Fires Back at U.S., Dismisses Missile Allegations as ‘Falsehoods’
