Photograph: Fatemeh Bahrami/Anadolu via Getty ImagesTehran and Washington have long been at odds over various issues: Iran’s nuclear programme, its ballistic missile arsenal and its network of proxy groups in the region. Washington had also wanted negotiations with Tehran that took place in recent weeks to cover Iran’s ballistic missiles and network of regional militant groups, such as Hizbullah. What is the state of Iran’s nuclear programme? Photograph: Arash Khamooshi/The New York TimesWhat ballistic missiles does Iran have and how could they be used? Iran’s ballistic missile arsenal was depleted in the 12-day war with Israel last year.

Source: The Irish Times February 28, 2026 16:25 UTC