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The destruction of these mixers last June temporarily halted Iran’s production of solid fueled missiles, which are prized for their readiness and mobility. Previously, Iran forecasted a production rate exceeding 200 missiles per month, but the halt has frozen this pipeline. Iran is reliant on outside assistance, with recent blacklisting of Chinese firms and indications that mixers may have been moved to clandestine facilities in Syria, highlighting a shadow supply chain.
The significance of these mixers cannot be overstated, as without them, Iran’s missile manufacturing virtually grinds to a halt. The regime’s aggressive efforts to restore these systems showcase how central missile capabilities are to its regional security posture and deterrence strategy, particularly against Israel.