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India.com
11 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Iran's ‘Brahmastra' causing massive destruction in Israel, This lethal ‘dancing' missile can bombard Tel Aviv from 2000 kms away and…, Know 5 key facts about Sejjil missile
Iran's 'Brahmastra' causing massive destruction in Israel, This lethal 'dancing' missile can bombard Tel Aviv from 2000 kms away and..., Know about Sejjil missile The war between Iran and Israel is becoming more dangerous with each passing day. Now, there are signs that the United States might get more involved, and if that happens, the positions of countries like Russia and China will also become important. Amid all this, one of Iran's missiles is getting a lot of attention. It is believed to be Iran's most powerful weapon, something like a 'brahmastra' (ultimate weapon) that Iran is using to strongly hit back at Israel. Iran's use of the Sejjil missile For the first time, Iran has used its Sejjil missile against Israel. Reports claim that Iran has used this missile to target Mossad offices, air force bases, and secret intelligence centers inside Israel. Let's understand what makes this missile so special. 5 key things about the Sejjil missile: The Sejjil missile runs on solid fuel, which means it can be launched quickly and doesn't need much preparation time. It can hit targets from the ground. This missile can travel up to 2,000 kilometers, allowing Iran to hit faraway targets, including deep inside Israel. The missile is 18 meters long and can carry up to 700 kilograms of explosives which is enough to cause heavy damage. Some other versions of the Sejjil missile may even reach up to 4,000 kilometers, putting many countries within its range. One of its biggest strengths is that it's very hard to track. The missile can dodge enemy air defense systems, making it difficult to stop once it's launched. In short, Sejjil is one of Iran's most powerful and advanced weapons and right now, it's playing a key role in its defence against the Israel. Why did the Iran-Israel war start? The root of the current Iran-Israel war lies in a major security concern. Israeli intelligence got a tip-off that Iran was very close to building a nuclear bomb. Their military also provided reports suggesting that Iran had assigned key scientists with important roles to speed up this project. Although the report didn't clearly mention how far Iran had reached in making the bomb, the threat was seen as serious. That's why Israel decided to launch a major attack on Iran to stop it before things went too far. What is Iran's strategy? Iran knows it doesn't have the latest fighter jets. In fact, it still uses old Russian MIG-29 aircrafts. But despite that, Iran has one big advantage— i.e. it owns the largest stockpile of ballistic missiles in the entire Middle East. So instead of relying on air power, Iran is using its missile strength to hit back hard.
India.com
17 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.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Huge FIREBALL As Iranian Missile Dodges Iron Dome, Explodes In Between Tel Aviv Skyscrapers
A viral video has now emerged showing the extent of damage caused by Iran's missile power. The video shows a building in Israeli capital Tel Aviv up in flames after it was attacked by an Iranian ballistic missile. Iran deployed Sejjil ballistic missile for the first time against Israel in the conflict. The new stage 2 missile has a range of 2,000 kilometres. Read More
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First Post
a day ago
- Politics
- First Post
What is the Sejjil missile that Iran launched in its latest attack on Israel?
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Thursday launched the Sejjil medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) in an attack on Israel – the first time it has used this weapon during the conflict. But what do we know about it? Could this mark a turning point? read more A Sejjil missile is being moved along the reviewing stand during a military parade to commemorate the anniversary of the start of the 1980-1988 Iran-Iraq war, in Tehran September 22, 2009. REUTERS/Raheb Homavandi (IRAN POLITICS MILITARY) Iran on Thursday fired a Sejjil missile at Israel. This marks the first time Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has launched this medium-range ballistic missile (MRBM) in an attack on Israel. 'The twelfth wave of Operation 'True Promise 3' has begun with the launch of ultra-heavy, long-range, two-stage Sejjil missiles," the IRGC said in a statement. '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.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Iran launched 'Operation True Promise 3' to counter Israel's 'Operation Rising Lion'. But what do we know about the Sejjil missile? Let's take a closer look: What do we know? The Sejjil is an indigenously-designed and developed two-stage, solid-propellant ballistic missile. It is also known as the Sajjil, Ashoura, and Ashura missile. Read Israel Iran conflict live updates Work on designing the Sejjil missile began in the early 1990s. It built off the previous work on the Zelzal short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) – with assistance from China. The Sejjil missile is around 18 meters long and 1.25 metres wide It weighs 23,600 kilos and carried a 700 kilo warhead. It can carry both normal explosives and nuclear warheads. It has a range of around 2,000 kilometers – which puts the entirety of West Asia in its range. Though its technical specifications are similar to Iran's Shahab 3 variants, those missiles were liquid-fuelled. The Sejjil missile can be launched much quicker than the Shahab 3, which needs to be fuelled before being launched. The solid fuel also allows the muscle to be easily transported by road. However, these missiles can be more difficult to navigate. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Israeli air defense system fires to intercept missiles during an Iranian attack over Tel Aviv, Israel, early Wednesday, June 18, 2025. (AP Photo/Leo Correa) The missile was first tested in 2008 and then again in 2009. Iran has tested the missile at least four times since then – the last one being in 2012 when the missile went into the Indian Ocean. Iran then inducted the missile into service. The missile is said to have multiple variants. A Sejjil 3.0 missile is said to be in the works. It is said to have a range of 4000 kilometers, weigh around 38,000 kilos and be a three-stage missile. Iran in 2021 claimed it had added 'enhanced inertial navigation and jet vane control' to the missile to make it more accurate. Could it be a turning point in the war? It depends on whether the Sejjil managed to penetrate Israel's air defences – which remains unconfirmed. The IRGC's claim comes on a day when Iran hit a number of targets in Israel including the Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba city, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and residential buildings. However, Israel claims it has intercepted this missile, whose fragments caused only minor damage to a vehicle. Israel, meanwhile, struck a heavy water reactor linked to Iran's nuclear program. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz blamed Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and said the military 'has been instructed and knows that in order to achieve all of its goals, this man absolutely should not continue to exist.' US officials said earlier this week that President Donald Trump had vetoed an Israeli plan to kill Khamenei. Trump later said there were no plans to kill him, 'at least not for now.' With inputs from agencies
Hindustan Times
a day 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.
