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Iran's Missile Capabilities a 'Red Line,' Not Negotiable

Published February 11, 2026, 17:22
Iran's Missile Capabilities a 'Red Line,' Not Negotiable

Iran states that its missile capabilities are a 'red line' and will not be subject to negotiation, amid heightened tensions with the United States and a possible new round of talks on the nuclear program. The statement was made by an advisor to the Supreme Leader, Ali Shamkhani, following indirect talks between Iranian and American diplomats in Oman. The United States has long sought to include the country's missile arsenal in negotiations on the nuclear program, but Tehran has repeatedly rejected this proposal. Iran has stated its willingness to discuss restrictions on its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of sanctions, but not to link the issue to its missiles. At the same time, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to raise the issue of Iranian missiles during his meeting with US President Donald Trump, seeking to include restrictions on the missile program in any new agreement. The situation remains tense, with Iran demonstrating determination to protect its missile capabilities and the United States insisting on the need to limit Tehran's missile program.