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China’s 1980s Silkworm sale enabled Iran’s coastal missiles

China sold Iran HY-2 Silkworm and anti-ship missile tech in the 1980s, which Iran adapted into the Noor coastal missile force.
WHO: China and Iran’s military
WHAT: China sold Iran HY-2 Silkworm and anti-ship missile technology that Iran converted into the Noor coastal missile force
WHEN: Reported Aug 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
Sources (1): 19FortyFive

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