On the recordMarch 2, 2010
With sufficient foreign assistance, Iran could probably develop and test an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of reaching the United States by 2015.
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congress.govWith sufficient foreign assistance, Iran could probably develop and test an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of reaching the United States by 2015.
Shelby cites a report indicating Iran's potential ICBM capabilities by 2015.
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