The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is reportedly advancing the development of unconventional warheads, including biological and chemical warheads, for its long-range ballistic missiles. Military sources disclosed to Iran International that the IRGC's aerospace force is working on these warheads as missile launchers are transferred to eastern Iran. This acceleration in activity coincides with rising regional tensions and concerns within Tehran about potential direct conflict with Israel and the U.S.

A senior defense and security researcher at the Washington Institute noted that if the IRGC successfully navigates the technical challenges of integrating chemical weapons into its ballistic missiles, it could provoke global and even allied responses against it.

The ongoing development of chemical warheads for missiles is viewed as a serious threat that could lead to dire consequences for the Khamenei regime.