Iran unveils latest ballistic missile with features like Thermal Guidance System, Maneuverability, Accuracy, Precision, Israel and US...
New Delhi: Iran's defense ministry unveiled the country's newest ballistic missile ' Qassem Basir' to the world on Sunday, May 4. The missile was displayed during an interview with Defense Minister General Aziz Nasirzadeh on Iranian state television.
The Iranian ballistic missile came to light just as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mentioned teaching Tehran a lesson in response to Houthi missile attacks on Sunday, May 4. Iran had recently tested the missile on April 17.
While providing information about the Iranian missile on state television, its range was stated to be at least 1200 kilometers. The Iranian defense minister said it has the ability to penetrate defensive layers and easily bypass anti-ballistic systems. State television reported that the missile can identify and strike one of several targets with precision without GPS guidance.
The Qassem Basir is a solid-fueled missile with a range of at least 1,200 kilometers (745 miles) and is designed to evade missile defense systems. The missile is equipped with a thermal imaging guidance system and can strike targets with precision, even under electronic interference.
New Development: The Qassem Basir is an upgraded version of the Martyr Haj Qassem missile.
Advanced Guidance: It features an advanced thermal guidance system, making it resistant to electronic warfare.
Range: The missile has a range of at least 1,200 kilometers.
Maneuverability: It can maneuver and evade missile defense systems.
Accuracy: The missile can strike targets with precision, even under electronic interference.
Testing: It was test-fired successfully from a distance of over 1,200 kilometers, hitting its intended target.
Context: The unveiling of the Qassem Basir comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East and signals Iran's focus on military self-reliance.
Strategic Significance: Defense Minister Nasirzadeh described it as a key addition to Iran's strategic arsenal.
The important thing is that Houthi rebels fired a ballistic missile from Yemen on Sunday, May 4, which landed near the terminal of Israel's Ben Gurion Airport. Israel had tried to intercept the Houthis' missile first with its indigenous Arrow missile defense system and then with the American THAAD, but faced failure.
In response to America's threat, Nasirzadeh said, 'If we are attacked and a war is waged against us, we will respond forcefully and target their interests and installations.'
He further stated that there is no enmity towards Iran's neighbouring countries, but American bases are in their sights.
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