Araqchi said on Wednesday that Tehran had not delivered any ballistic missiles to Russia and sanctions imposed on Iran by the US and three European powers would not solve any problems between them.
Iran's foreign minister denied supplying ballistic missiles to Russia, criticizing US and E3 sanctions as ineffective.
According to the US Office of the Director of National Intelligence, Iran is armed with the largest number of ballistic missiles in the region.
The US has set up a new program to replace its ageing intercontinental ballistic missiles.
“CENTCOM remains postured to support Israel’s defense against these dangerous actions by Iran,” the US military said.
Speaking at a virtual briefing with reporters, White House National Security spokesperson John Kirby said Washington has yet to see confirmation that missiles have moved from Iran to Russia.
North Korea has said since last week that it had tested "strategic" cruise missiles, implying they may be designed to carry nuclear warheads.
Ambrey said three missiles were reportedly launched by the Houthis, with two not reaching the sea and the third striking the bulk carrier.
The new UAV interception capabilities can be added to another recent addition in SPYDER - an upgrade tailored to defend against ballistic missile attacks.
Russia is now closer to acquiring Iranian ballistic missiles from Tehran just days after launching North Korean-made missiles into Ukraine, according to the US.
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