The Zafars will monitor natural resources and the environment, state media says; Western nations fear Tehran's space program could be used to develop long-range missiles

September 14 missile and drone bombardment of facilities in the kingdom's east briefly knocked out half its crude oil production

Rejecting complaint from France, Britain and Germany, the Islamic Republic says it is 'determined to resolutely continue its activities'

NY Times quotes US officials saying the missiles also threaten Saudi Arabia and American troops stationed in area, and are part of Tehran's efforts to project power in Middle East

After UK, France, and Germany warn UN chief about Iranian delivery systems, foreign minister says now is 'decisive moment'; Gantz calls for increased sanctions on Tehran regime

Officials say 'significant cache' of weapons, which contravene UN Security Council resolutions on Yemen conflict, showcase Tehran's backing of Houthi rebels in the country

Defense, administration sources say CNN intelligence gathered over past month showed Iranian military units, weapons on the move; believe no decision to attack as yet

Allahnoor Noorollahi declares the Islamic Republic prepared to fight its 'greatest enemy,' recalls Khamenei's vow to 'raze' Tel Aviv

Intel report says Tehran committed to becoming dominant power in Middle East, warns it is making rapid progress developing attack drones and other missile systems

Deputy defense minister states Tehran working on project to increase scope and precision of ammunition and that research for home-grown laser defense system has finished