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Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Iran shows off new cruise missile


Iran's president claimed on Tuesday the country's military can cripple enemies on their own ground as Tehran put a new Iranian-made cruise missile on display, the latest addition to the nation's growing arsenal.

The state TV reported that the new missile, showcased at a ceremony in Tehran, is designed for sea-based targets, with a range of 124 miles (200 kilometers) and is capable of destroying a warship.

The TV said it can travel at low altitudes and has a lighter weight and smaller dimensions.

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