R43480Intelligence and National Security

Iran-North Korea-Syria Ballistic Missile and Nuclear Cooperation

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: July 2026

April 16, 2014

Summary

This report describes the key elements of a nuclear weapons program; explains the available information regarding cooperation among Iran, North Korea, and Syria on ballistic missiles and nuclear technology; and discusses some specific issues for Congress.

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