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Report: Iran tests new long-range missile

Iran said it has successfully test-fired a new missile capable of reaching Israel and U.S. military bases.

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JERUSALEM (JTA) — Iran said it has successfully test-fired a new missile capable of reaching Israel and U.S. military bases.

The Sejil-2 missile is a two-stage surface-to-surface missile, and has a longer range than the older Shahab-3 missile, Iran state television reported Wednesday during its announcement of the successful test.

The missile reportedly hit its target. State television showed what was reported to be the missile launch. 
 
 

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