World Briefs: Iran navy test-fires 2 missiles during drills

Iran navy test-fires 2 missiles during drills

TEHERAN • Iran's navy has test-fired the latest versions of two missiles during military exercises in the Gulf, local media reported yesterday. Defence Minister Hossein Dehghan said cruise missile Nasir had successfully hit its target while officials said Dehlaviyeh, a laser-guided missile, had also been successfully tested.

AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE


Britain's child sex abuse inquiry begins

LONDON • Britain's inquiry into historical child sex abuse, dogged by problems, including the resignation of three chairmen, since its launch three years ago, held its first public hearing yesterday. The inquiry was set up after a series of shocking abuse scandals dating back decades.

REUTERS


At least 3 dead as heavy rain hits Chile

SANTIAGO • At least three people are dead and 19 others missing after heavy rain struck Chile over the weekend, causing mudslides and water outages.

REUTERS

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on February 28, 2017, with the headline World Briefs: Iran navy test-fires 2 missiles during drills. Subscribe