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Iran Stresses Non-Negotiable Missile Program in U.S. Talks

2/4/2026

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Iran resumes nuclear talks with the United States in Oman today and frames its ballistic missile program as a non-negotiable issue.
The Khaibar missile, unveiled in May 2023, has a 2,000 km range.
During the June 2025 conflict with Israel, Iran launched missiles that reportedly killed dozens and damaged infrastructure.
Iran says its missile capabilities have improved since the conflict and it continues to develop underground facilities and hypersonic missiles.

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Iran resumes nuclear talks with the United States in Oman today and frames its ballistic missile program as a non-negotiable issue.
The Khaibar missile, unveiled in May 2023, has a 2,000 km range.
During the June 2025 conflict with Israel, Iran launched missiles that reportedly killed dozens and damaged infrastructure.
Iran says its missile capabilities have improved since the conflict and it continues to develop underground facilities and hypersonic missiles.