Sources: 
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has confirmed that its Kheibar Shekan ballistic missile successfully struck Israeli territory in retaliation for US and Israeli airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
The missile, launched during Operation True Promise-III, is part of a salvo of 40 missiles targeting key Israeli sites, including Ben Gurion Airport. It boasts a range of up to
1,450 kilometers, effectively putting most of Israel within reach.
Featuring a solid-propellant, single-stage engine and a Tri-Conic maneuverable warhead (MARV), the missile can perform high-speed evasive maneuvers during its terminal phase to evade air-defense systems. It can reach speeds of
Mach 16 outside the atmosphere and Mach 8 during re-entry, making interception extremely difficult.
The warhead detaches at the final stage, capable of striking up to
80 targets with pinpoint accuracy, further complicating Israel's defense efforts. Analysts warn that Israel's current air defense systems are unable to effectively intercept this missile.
Iranian military sources describe the Kheibar Shekan as representing a
"new phase in Iran’s deterrence capabilities", with the IRGC emphasizing that this missile is only a fraction of their arsenal, with
"major segments remain unactivated."The missile is also known as the Khorramshahr-4 and is Iran's largest rocket, with a range of up to 2,000 km and the ability to carry multiple warheads weighing up to 1,800 kg. It is reportedly derived from North Korea’s Hwasong-10 IRBM, itself a modified Soviet R-27 SLBM.
This development marks a significant escalation in missile technology and regional deterrence, challenging Israel’s air defense and signaling Tehran’s enhanced military capabilities.
Key quotes:"This missile represents a new phase in Iran’s deterrence capabilities."
"Major segments remain unactivated."
Key stats:- Range: up to 1,450 km (some sources say 2,000 km)
- Speed: Mach 16 outside atmosphere, Mach 8 during re-entry
- Warhead: Multiple, up to 1,800 kg
- Targets: Can strike 80 targets with high accuracy
Sources: Iran's IRGC confirmed its Kheibar Shekan missile struck Israeli territory, showcasing Mach 16 speed and advanced maneuverability that challenge Israel's air defenses. The missile, with a 1,450 km range, is part of a broader arsenal aimed at deterring US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
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