US officials said today that Iran test-launched a mid-range ballistic missile earlier this week in defiance of the Trump administration, which has warned the country to curb its missile program.<br />''<br />''The test-launch was said to have taken place completely within Iran's borders and did not pose a threat to American shipping or military bases. <br />''<br />''The test came amid heightened tensions between Iran and the West, mainly regarding the safety of commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.<br />''<br />''The White House said in a brief statement that it was aware of reports of a projectile launched in Iran but officials declined to comment further. <br />''<br />''Tensions have mounted with Iran over a 2015 nuclear accord it reached with world powers. The deal eased sanctions in exchange for Iran curbing its nuclear program. <br />