"Striking Features of the Kheibar Shekan-2 Missile That Made Headlines in the 12-Day War + Video"

The Kheibar Shekan ballistic missile — the longest-range tactical ballistic missile in the world — proved both its destructive capability and its ability to bypass advanced American and Israeli air defense systems during the 12-day conflict.

The Kheibar Shekan-2 missile, unveiled with a range of 1,800 to 2,000 kilometers, featured a 30 percent reduction in weight compared to the original version, resulting in an approximate 600-kilometer increase in range.

The warhead of the Kheibar Shekan-2 was specifically designed to achieve hypersonic speeds in the terminal stage of its trajectory, enabling it to effectively evade air defense systems.

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