Iran starts rebuilding missile sites hit by Israel, but experts say a key component is missing

WHY THIS MATTERS: Reconstituting the missile program is crucial for Iran, which believes another round of war with Israel may happen. The missiles are one of Iran’s few military deterrents after the 12-day war with Israel in June decimated its air defense systems.

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran has begun rebuilding missile-production sites targeted by Israel during its 12-day war in June, satellite images analyzed by The Associated Press show, but a key component is likely still missing — the large mixers needed to produce solid fuel for the weapons.

This satellite photo provided by Planet Labs PBC shows Iran’s Shahroud solid propellant

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