Iran’s Islamic Revolutinary Guards Corps said it launched dozens of drones and missiles at Israel on Saturday, an attack that may trigger a major escalation between the regional archenemies, with the US, pledging to back Israel.
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Missiles
Iranian news outlets have showcased the country’s arsenal including nine types of missiles capable of reaching Israel, some with speeds up to 560mph and a range of 1242 miles. Take a look at these missiles.
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Sejjil Missile
Sejjil Missile is capable of flying at more than 17,000 km per hour and has a range of 2,500 km. It can deliver a payload of around 700 kilograms.
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Khaibar Missile
Khaibar or Khorramshahr-4 has with a range of 2,000 km and is capable of carrying a 1,500 kilogram warhead.
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Emad missile
The Emad missile is a significant development in Iran’s missile program, with a range of around 1,700 kilometers and a payload capacity of 750 kg.
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Shahab 3 missile
The Shahab-3 is a medium-range, liquid-fueled, road-mobile ballistic missile developed by Iran and has range of 1,000 kilometers and a 2,000 kilometer range with a lighter payload.
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Ghadr missile
Ghadr-110 is a medium-range ballistic missile developed by Iran. It has a range of 1,500 km and has a length of 15.5 to 16.58 meters with an overall weight of 15 to 17.48 tons.
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Paveh missile
The Paveh is a new long-range cruise missile developed by Iran. It has a range of 1,650 kilometers, enabling it to potentially target Israel or American interests in the region.
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Fattah-2 missile
The Fattah-2 is a new version of a hypersonic missile developed in Iran. It has a range of 1,500 to 1,800 kilometers and is designed to maneuver and hit targets without being detected.
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Kheibar Shekan missile
The Kheibar Shekan missile is a medium-range ballistic missile by Iran and has a definite operating radius of more than 1400 kilometers.
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Haj Qasem missile
Haj Qasem is a medium-range ballistic missile developed by Iran, with a range of 1,400 kilometers and a warhead weight of 500 kilograms.