Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Lifts 2,000‑km Missile Range Cap, Expanding Reach
Iran's IRGC lifts its self‑imposed 2,000‑km ballistic missile range limit, pointing to longer‑range weapons as regional tensions rise in the Middle East.
POLICY WIRE — Tehran, Iran — The Revolutionary Guard Corps declared the removal of a self‑imposed 2,000‑kilometre (about 1,200‑mile) ceiling on the distance its ballistic missiles can travel, signalling a potential shift toward longer‑range strike capabilities.
The guard explained that the previous restriction was a policy choice rather than a technical limitation, and its elimination could pave the way for missiles able to hit targets far beyond the former boundary.
Satellite imagery released by independent analysts shows extensive construction of underground facilities near known missile sites, suggesting Iran is bolstering storage and production capacities alongside the policy change.
Despite persistent economic pressure, Tehran continues to prioritize rebuilding its military and nuclear programmes, with officials affirming that defence modernization remains a core objective.
Analysts caution that the expanded range may heighten regional anxieties, especially as some observers warn of the possibility of a broader conflict emerging.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
