  Iran upgrades short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile August 21, 2012 - 10:22 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iran's has upgraded a short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile just weeks after it was test-fired, AP reported citing the country’s official news agency. The Aug 21 report by IRNA says President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad unveiled the new version of Fateh-110, or Conqueror. According to IRNA, the new version has a quicker launch capability and longer life but gave no other details. It has been in service in Iran over the past decade. Iran claimed earlier in August that it successfully test-fired the missile, which has an improved accuracy to strike land and naval targets within a 300 kilometer (185 mile) range. Iran has been pushing to upgrade its missiles, which already can target Israel and other parts of the region. The pursuit is part of Iran's efforts since 1992 for a self-sufficient military program.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |
