Iran tests missiles, vows to hit back

Iran test-fired nine missiles yesterday and warned the United States and Israel it was ready to retaliate for any attack over its disputed nuclear projects.

Washington, which says Iran seeks atomic bombs, told Teheran to halt further tests. Iran, the world's fourth largest oil producer, says its nuclear program is only for electricity.

Iran's missile tests rattled oil markets, helping crude prices to rebound about $2 a barrel after recent falls.