Afghanistan, July 1 -- Iran's acting defense minister said on Wednesday that the country's missile and drone programs are "non-negotiable," describing them as a red line as indirect diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington continue over Iran's nuclear program.
According to the Iranian news agency Tasnim, acting Defense Minister Seyed Majid Ebnolreza said Iran would continue expanding its missile and drone capabilities, insisting that the country's defense programs would not be included in any negotiations with the United States.
His remarks come as Washington and Tehran continue indirect contacts through Qatari mediators following recent military confrontation between Iran, the United States and Israel. U.S. Special Envoy Steve Wi...