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Iran Boosts Missile Production with Chinese Support, Sparking Security Concerns
10/30/2025
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Story summary
- Iran is expanding its ballistic missile production with assistance from China.
- Since the 12-Day War, Iran has acquired more than 2,000 tons of sodium perchlorate.
- This quantity is sufficient to produce fuel for more than 500 nuclear-capable ballistic missiles.
- The development raises concerns about regional security and Iran's military ambitions.