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iran’s Missile Arsenal: How Iranian Missiles Overwhelmed Israel‘s Iron Dome
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Tel Aviv, Israel – recent exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel have spotlighted Iran’s growing missile capabilities and raised questions about the effectiveness of Israel’s Iron Dome defense system. Since June 14, Iran has launched hundreds of missiles in retaliation for Israeli strikes, targeting key facilities and population centers [[1]]. These attacks, some reaching as far as Tel Aviv, have prompted concerns about the Iron Dome’s ability to intercept incoming projectiles.
Iran’s Missile Capabilities: A Growing Threat
Iran possesses a diverse and expanding missile arsenal, including ballistic missiles, short-range rockets, and potentially hypersonic weapons. The United States estimated that Iran had approximately 3,000 missiles before the latest round of attacks [[2]].This considerable stockpile poses a significant challenge to regional security.
Did You know? The U.S.Central Command warned of the complex challenges posed by Iran’s missiles combined with its nuclear potential.
Missiles Capable of Reaching Israel
To strike targets within Israel, Iran requires missiles with a range exceeding 1,000 kilometers. The country has developed at least nine types of missiles capable of reaching Israeli territory.While an official statement detailing the specific missiles used in the recent attacks is lacking, reports suggest the employment of medium-range ballistic missiles.
Key Iranian Missiles Used in Recent Attacks
Several reports indicate that Iran has deployed medium-range ballistic missiles such as the Emad, Ghadr-1, and its first hypersonic missile, the Fattah-1, in its recent strikes against Israel <
