Iran fires ballistic and cruise missiles at simulated targets near Persian Gulf
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy conducted military exercises near the Persian Gulf, launching ballistic and cruise missiles at simulated targets in the Strait of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman. The drill featured the firing of Qadr 110, Qadr 380, and Qadr 360 cruise missiles along with ballistic missiles, with footage showing successful target hits. These exercises are part of Iran's efforts to demonstrate its military capabilities and deterrence following an Israel-Iran conflict in June that resulted in casualties on both sides. Iran has emphasized its readiness to counter any future attacks and has previously conducted naval drills in the region.
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Iran's military fired ballistic and cruise missiles at simulated targets near the Persian Gulf on Friday as part of an exercise aimed at deterring foreign threats, a report said.The drills carried out by Iran's Revolutionary Guards Navy began Thursday in the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf of Oman, according to Reuters.The news agency cited Iranian state media as saying that a massive launch Friday of Qadr 110, Qadr 380 and Qadr 360 cruise missiles, as well as ballistic missiles, were directed toward targets in the Gulf of Oman.TV footage showed the missiles' launch and hitting their targets.IRAN CLAIMS MISSILE POWER NOW ‘FAR SURPASSES’ PRE-WAR LEVELS AFTER ISRAELI BOMBARDMENTState media said the drills demonstrated the "unwavering spirit and resistance" of Iran's sailors in confronting threats, Reuters also reported.The drill is the second one after the Israel-Iran war in June that killed nearly 1,100 people in Iran, including military commanders and nuclear scientists. Missile attacks by Iran killed 28 in Israel. IRAN SMUGGLED $1 BILLION TO HEZBOLLAH THIS YEAR DESPITE US SANCTIONS, TREASURY OFFICIAL SAYSSince the end of the war, Iran has increasingly insisted it is ready to counter any...
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Posted on 12-05-2025 14:53