Iran has recently unveiled an improved version of its hypersonic missile, the Fattah II, which it claims is capable of maneuvering at high speeds to evade air defense systems . The missile was displayed at the Aerospace Science and Technology University, a division of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Tehran, and was reviewed by Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. 

The unveiling of the Fattah II comes at a time when Iran's missile technology claims have drawn international attention

Part of Iran's ever expanding ballistic missile arsenal, the Fattah II is believed to be basedon Russian, North Korean, and Chinese technology. Its purpose, officials say,  provides the country with a cost-effective means of deterring its enemies and attaining leverage over other regional players. The proliferation of ballistic missile technologies has,undoubtedly, impacted the regional balance of power .

Iran's development of hypersonic missiles has raised alarm for many neighbouring countries. In particular, regional tension between Iran and Israel have heightened dramatically as a consequence. The friction between the two nations is longstanding, with the Iran making a number of accusations, the recent of which is claims of sabotage.  

Though Iran claims that the missile program is entirely defensive in nature, the international community remains anxious . In the case of Israel, officials have reported an interception of ballistic missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. 

The efforts used to counter Iran's missile program have included sanctions and diplomatic pressure aimed at limiting its missile development capabilities. The United States has since issued an advisory to alert the international community, private sector, and the public to the threat posed by Iran's ballistic missile procurement activities.

A collection of ineffective international responses to Iran's missile program demonstrate the pressing need for regional solutions to address the threats posed by Iran's missile program.