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Iran is directly linked to ballistic missiles through its development and use of these weapons for retaliation [1], its transfer of such technology to regional proxies like the Houthis and Iraqi militias {fact:3, fact:5, fact:6}, and its inclusion as a primary focus of international diplomatic and military containment efforts {fact:1, fact:4}.
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War by Proxy: Iran's Growing Footprint in the Middle East - CSIS csis.org 2 facts
claimThe Houthis have used Iranian weapons and parts, including ballistic missiles and drones, to threaten shipping near the Bab el Mandeb Strait and to attack land-based targets in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
claimIran transferred ballistic missiles to militias in Iraq, which are capable of striking targets in Israel, according to reports from Reuters and the Times of Israel.
The Limits of Iran's Proxy Empire | The New Yorker newyorker.com 1 fact
claimIran provided the Houthis with training, ballistic missiles, and other advanced weaponry, which enabled the group to develop capabilities in asymmetric warfare using drones and rockets.
United States and Iran on the Brink: What's at Stake? - CSIS csis.org 1 fact
claimIsrael argues that any negotiating process between the United States and Iran must address the Iranian nuclear program, ballistic missiles, and malign regional activities to avoid being considered a 'faulty deal.'
Iran War: Kinetic, Cyber, Electronic and Psychological Warfare ... resecurity.com 1 fact
claimIran is retaliating against Israel and its Persian Gulf neighbors using ballistic missiles and drone strikes, which are described as larger in scale than military operations that occurred in June.
Twenty questions (and expert answers) about the Iran war atlanticcouncil.org 1 fact
claimThe stated goals of the United States in the conflict with Iran include degrading Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missiles, navy, drones, and control of its terror proxies.