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Could Iranian missiles really hit Europe? What Trump warned about

2026-02-25 23:38:40Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Could Iranian missiles really hit Europe? What Trump warned about

Over the years, Iran has developed a powerful arsenal capable of striking enemies from afar. This is a direct consequence of the war with Saddam Hussein's Iraq in the 1980s. Since then, its engineers, with the help of China, Russia and North Korea, have developed systems that were later used in the duel with Israel, but also to strike the Kurds and Baluch rebels in Pakistan. By supplying partner militias (such as the Houthis in Yemen), they have tested their missiles in real combat conditions. This has allowed them to update and modify their equipment.

For Tehran, these systems are essential as they represent the best defense, allowing it to respond to potential attacks and keeping American bases and targets in the region under control.

The first category of missiles consists of short- to medium-range missiles. They range from 300 kilometers for the “Shahab 1” to 1,000 kilometers for the Dezful. At the highest level, there are “explosive devices” with which it can reach targets at a range between 1,300 kilometers (Shahab 3) and approximately 2,000 kilometers with the “Khorramanshahr” missiles.

It is likely that Donald Trump, when he spoke before Congress about the weapons threatening Europe, was referring to this very model. According to experts, it could reach the territories of Southeastern Europe (such as Greece) if launched from western Iran. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi specified that the range is limited to 2,000 kilometers and denied that the missiles could reach US territory.

The Revolutionary Guard has created a series of well-protected bunkers and shelters in the western and central sectors, and has also “dispersed” missiles. This is to ensure “survivability” in the event of enemy attacks. At least 5 known sites have been created within the mountains where launchers are located.

During the June conflict with the Israelis and Americans, many installations suffered damage. The bombings disabled many war plants, hit engine and solid fuel production centers, and eliminated fixed and mobile “ramps.” In the following months, the Iranians worked to replace the losses.

Tehran is said to have purchased new equipment from Beijing and is close to a deal for CM 302 anti-ship missiles to target the US Navy. Unofficial estimates believe the IRGC has at least 2,000 missiles, while the estimated number of launchers is 200-260, assuming they have managed to secure the necessary components.

But even on this front, the Islamic Republic has extensive experience in circumventing international embargoes, controls, and obstacles by using the support of third parties.

In their battle with the Israelis, the Revolutionary Guard has demonstrated its ability to consistently breach the Jewish state's missile shield, which is supposed to be one of the most sophisticated in the world and integrated with the American warning network.

Some observers claim that the nuclear warheads are relatively accurate, but this does not diminish their strategic value. In the ongoing negotiations, Washington, also addressing Tel Aviv's concerns, has demanded a reduction in the operational range of the missiles and a reduction in their arsenal. These conditions have always been officially rejected by the Ayatollahs.


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