Official: Iran missile tests used 'old equipment'
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WASHINGTON- Iran's missile test this week did not demonstrate any new capabilities, according to a U.S. official familiar with the intelligence, and the test may not have included one of the longer-range missiles Iran claims was among those launched. (article 3)
The confrontation between Iran and the United States seemed to sharpen on Thursday as Iran said it tested missiles for a second day and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said the United States would defend its allies and protect its interests against an attack. (article 9)
The United States, Israel and other Western countries say Iran is seeking to develop nuclear weapons, but Iran says the program is for civilian purposes. (article 22)
FOR THE RECORD: Iran missile test: A photo from Iran's Revolutionary Guard that accompanied an article in Thursday's Section A about the country's test of medium- and long-range missiles apparently was digitally altered to show four missiles successfully launching. (article 11)
The missiles were launched during military exercises staged by Iran's Revolutionary Guards near the strategic oil-shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz. (article 10)
Iran test fires missiles said to be capable of hitting Israel Iran test-fired nine missiles on Wednesday and warned the United States and Israel it was ready to retaliate for any attack over its disputed nuclear projects. (article 6)
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