Iran confirms new missile test, claims not against nuclear deal

Iran confirmed on Wednesday that Tehran launched a new ballistic missile test, but denied any breach of the nuclear arms deal. The missile was launched during the weekend, which was condemned by the U.S. and described as "absolutely unacceptable." "We have previously announced that we will execute the programs we have planned in production of defense equipment meant for our national interests and objectives. Nobody can influence our decision," Defence Minister Hossein Dehghan said. Around 220 Iranian lawmakers signed a motion to push forward Iran's missile program, Iranian news agencies reported.