Military specialists and technicians at the Iranian Defense Ministry have reportedly developed the technology to domestically design and manufacture a sophisticated cruise missile capable of traveling at high supersonic speeds.
The indigenous missile is known as a new generation of Iranian cruise missiles and is currently in the test stage. The projectile will open a new chapter in Iran’s defense technologies, as it is extremely difficult to intercept a cruise missile flying at supersonic speeds, according to the report.
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In early June, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) showcased a domestically-developed hypersonic ballistic missile, dubbed "Fattah", with a range of 1,400 kilometers and the speed of Mach 13-15, which enjoys advanced high-tech to penetrate and destroy all anti-missile defense systems.
Days earlier, Iran unveiled another hypersonic ballistic missile capable of reaching a range of 2,000 kilometers and carrying warheads weighing 1,500 kilograms with impressive strategic and tactical capabilities.
Military officials say that the "Kheibar" hypersonic ballistic missile developed by the Defense Ministry can hit targets with a margin of error below 30 meters, adding that the advanced missile enjoys high technology to penetrate enemies' air defense systems.
The Islamic Republic’s military doctrine holds that the country’s armed capability solely serves defensive purposes.
Military comanders say Iran stands among the world's top states manufacturing drones and precision-striking missiles, and add different types of domestically-built military equipment are favored by world powers.
Iranian military experts and technicians have in recent years made substantial headway in manufacturing a broad range of indigenous equipment, making the armed forces self-sufficient in the weaponry sphere.
Iranian officials have repeatedly stressed that the country will not hesitate to boost its military capabilities, including its missile and drone power, which are entirely meant for defense, and that Iran’s defense capabilities will never be subject to negotiation.
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