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India.com
36 minutes ago
- Politics
- India.com
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Iran's missiles reaching over 2,300 km to hit Israel in just minutes because… technology behind it is… Tehran: The conflict between Iran and Israel entered its seventh day on Friday, the world's eyes are fixed on the United States as it has indicated to join the war. Meanwhile, Iran has threatened that it will not back down from targeting American bases in West Asia. Tehran has already shown its strength by launching its lethal missiles on major cities of Israel. Now, the question arises that if US jumps into the war and support Tel Aviv, how would Tehran retaliate? As per a report by The Guardian, after Donald Trump approved the plans to attack Iran, the US defence department is considering the ways to attack the Middle East country. Amidst the tension, America has deployed its 40,000 soldiers in the Gulf region, including UAE, Jordan and Saudi Arabia, on high alert. Iran Has Options It is worth noting that, Tehran has several options to retaliate against US and missile attack is the most prominent among them. Tehran has several lethal ballistic missies and it has already shown its might by firing hundreds of ballistic missiles on Israel. According to US intelligence officials, these missile attacks can be carried out by Iran on American military bases in Arab countries. America has at least 20 military bases in West Asia and surrounding regions, most of which fall within the range of 2,000 kms of Iran's Sejjil-2 ballistic missile. In such a scenario, expert believe that the US bases in Iraq and Syria will be the first target and after than Tehran may attack bases located in Arab countries. Attack At Sea Notably, the US has stationed two large aircraft carriers in West Asia and the third war ship is on its way. Iran can also target these ships. The Strait of Hormuz, which is located between the Arabian Peninsula and the western shore of the Persian Gulf, is the place where Iran can show its strength there. The recent attacks on Israel have shown that how difficult it is to stop Iran's ballistic missiles. In such a situation, the US has started deploying its Patriot and Terminal High Altitude Area Defence in West Asia to stop these lethal ballistic missiles. The Pantagon has deployed its patriot batteries in OIraq
India.com
9 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Iran's Lethal Sejjil-2 Missile Makes Its War Debut Against Israel – Five Things To Know
New Delhi: Iran has deployed one of its most powerful weapons – the Sejjil-2. Fired as part of Operation True Promise III, a multi-wave missile campaign targeting Israel, the Sejjil-2 marks a leap in Iran's use of long-range strategic firepower. Here is a closer look at what the missile is, why its launch matters and how it changes the stakes in the Iran-Israel conflict: The Sejjil-2 is one of Iran's most advanced medium-range ballistic weapons, known for its solid-fuel engine and long-range capability. With a reach of roughly 2,000 kilometres and a 700-kilogram warhead capacity, it is designed for deep and decisive strikes. What makes it stand out is its two-stage solid-fuel propulsion. Unlike older liquid-fueled missiles, which require time-consuming preparation, solid-fuel missiles can be fired with minimal warning – making it harder to detect and intercept. The Sejjil's range puts most of the Middle East, including Israel, within striking distance. In addition to being a symbol of Iran's military reach, it is also a psychological weapon. Its solid-fuel design allows for greater mobility and faster response times. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) describes it as 'one of the most accurate and strategic missiles in the region', with a guidance system refined through multiple test launches since its first successful flight in 2008. According to the IRGC, the Sejjil-2 was launched on Thursday in the latest wave of retaliatory strikes against Israel. The missile reportedly aimed for high-value military targets, though Israel claims it was intercepted and only debris struck a civilian vehicle. Despite the interception, the launch itself is symbolic – showing Iran's readiness to escalate the war using its heaviest and farthest-reaching arsenal. The Sejjil-2 has been tested at least six times. One of its most notable tests saw it flying over 1,900 kilometres into the Indian Ocean, demonstrating both range and improved navigation systems. Each test has reportedly focused on fine-tuning accuracy and flight stability. The May 2009 trial was specifically aimed at upgrading guidance and targeting technology – a crucial improvement for hitting military-grade installations. The appearance of the Sejjil-2 in an active war theatre is a milestone in Iran's military doctrine. It signals a shift from regional posturing to real-time deployment. For Israel, and the broader international community, this introduces new challenges in missile defense and regional strategy. The launch also complicates diplomatic efforts. Solid-fuel missiles like the Sejjil can be fired from remote, hidden locations and do not require external fueling – making them ideal for surprise attacks.
Hindustan Times
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
What is Sejjil? Iran fires ultra-heavy, long-range ballistic missile at Israel: 5 things to know
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Thursday said it fired Sejjil-2, an ultra-heavy, long-range ballistic missile, towards Israel. "The twelfth wave of Operation 'True Promise 3' has begun with the launch of ultra-heavy, long-range, two-stage Sejjil missiles," the Iranian embassy in India wrote on X, citing a statement by the guard corps. Follow LIVE updates here. "Sejjil missiles, powered by solid fuel and with long-range capabilities, are among Iran's most accurate and powerful strategic weapons. They possess the ability to penetrate and destroy critical enemy targets," it added. According to The Times of Israel, the missile was intercepted by the IDF, with fragments causing minor damage to a vehicle. The conflict between Israel and Iran entered its seventh day on Thursday after Israel struck a key Iranian nuclear site and Iranian missiles hit an Israeli hospital. Also Read | 'Modern-day Hitler' Khamenei 'must cease to exist': Israeli defence minister amid Iran conflict Israel claimed that the site contained components and specialised equipment used to advance nuclear weapons development while Iran claimed that it targeted an Israeli military site, not the hospital. It also claimed that the damage at the hospital was due to a 'blast wave' of the missile.
