1、1 “Ballistic Missiles National Briefing: Iran,” Center for Defense and International Security(continued.)Congressional Research Service The Library of CongressCRS Report for CongressReceived through the CRS WebOrder Code RS21548Updated August 23, 2004Irans Ballistic Missile CapabilitiesAndrew Feicke
2、rtSpecialist in National DefenseForeign Affairs, Defense, and Trade DivisionSummary Irans extensive inventory of ballistic missiles is considered by some as its primarymeans to deliver weapons of mass destruction (WMD) to a variety of potential targetsin the region. Recent missile tests and reports
3、that Iran is actively pursuing nuclearweapons have helped to increase regional tensions. This report will be updated as eventswarrant. Additional information is provided in CRS Report RL30427, Missile Survey:Ballistic and Cruise Missiles of Foreign Countries, CRS Report RL30551, Iran: Armsand Weapon
4、s of Mass Destruction Suppliers, and CRS Report RL30699, Nuclear,Biological, and Chemical Weapons and Missiles: Status and Trends.Irans Short Range Ballistic Missiles (range 1,000 km)Table 1. Short Range Ballistic MissilesMissileRangePayloadCEPaEstimatedNumbersCSS-8150 km190 kgunknown200M-11280 km80