Press Releases: Iran's Firing of Space Launch Vehicle Defies International Community

Press Releases: Iran's Firing of Space Launch Vehicle Defies International Community
Press Statement

Michael R. Pompeo
Secretary of State

Washington, DC

January 15, 2019

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In continued defiance of the international community and UN Security Council Resolution 2231, the Iranian regime fired off a space launch vehicle today. Such vehicles incorporate technologies that are virtually identical and interchangeable with those used in ballistic missiles, including intercontinental ballistic missiles. Today’s launch furthers Iran’s ability to eventually build such a weapon.

We have been clear that we will not stand for Iran’s flagrant disregard for international norms. The United States is working with our allies and partners to counter the entire range of the Islamic Republic’s threats, including its missile program, which threatens Europe and the Middle East.

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Published January 15, 2019 at 10:13PM
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