Tehran Deploys Advanced Solid-Fuel Ballistic Missiles First Time Since Feb 28—Targets Israeli Defense Industries, Military Hubs Inside Tel Aviv
Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) fires Sejil-2 missiles at strategic Tel Aviv sites in 64th retaliatory wave.
The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) on Sunday carried out a new round of missile strikes against Israeli targets, launching Sejil-2 missiles for the first time since the US-Israel war outbreak on February 28. IRGC claimed attacks targeted strategic/military locations inside Tel Aviv as part of its ongoing campaign against Israel.
Strike Details: Sejil-2 Debut
Latest barrage—64th wave under “True Promise 4″—included mix ballistic missiles: Khorramshahr, Kheibar Shekan, Emad. Sejil-2 carries warhead ~2 tonnes.
Iranian officials: Missiles targeted defense industries, areas Israeli forces gathered.
IRGC Statement Highlights
IRGC Public Relations: Attacks part 64th missile strikes “True Promise 4” per state agency IRNA. Mix included Khorramshahr (liquid), Kheibar Shekan, Emad solid-fuel.
Targets linked Israeli military operations, decision-making infrastructure.
Sejil-2 Missile Specs
Range: ~2,000 km
Fuel: Two-stage solid-fuel
Payload: 700-1,500 kg warhead
Speed: Mach 12-14
Developed: Late 1990s; first test 2008
Road-mobile; transport/launch mobile platforms. Hard detect due solid-fuel quick launch.
War Background: US-Israel vs Iran
Missiles dancing ongoing war high US/Israel forces launched after large-scale strikes. Iran retaliated air strikes both military/civilian sites causing heavy damage. For more info read here.
Several waves missiles/drones targeted Israeli territory/UI military positions.
True Promise Waves Table
Advanced Capabilities Explained
Sejil (MRBM) domestically developed solid-fuel system. Range ~2,000 km allows deep Israel strikes.
Maneuverable warhead evades defenses; liquid/solid fuel mix quicker launch.
IRGC Claims Success
Sites connected Israel’s defense industries, force gathering areas hit. Strategic military locations inside Tel Aviv struck.
Part retaliatory campaign post-US/Israel aggression.
Israeli Counter-Narrative
Israeli military confirms partial Sejil-2 interceptions by Arrow-3 system, reporting 3 impacts in Tel Aviv industrial zone with 12 soldiers injured and defense factory fire. IDF vows massive retaliation targeting IRGC missile sites in western Iran. Air raid sirens blare across central Israel as 64th wave triggers nationwide shelters.
Missile Mix Breakdown
Khorramshahr: Liquid-fuel, heavy warhead
Kheibar Shekan: Precision solid-fuel
Emad: Maneuverable ballistic
Sejil-2: Debut long-range solid
Development History
Sejil project late 1990s; first success 2008. Additional tests including 1,800 km flight 2010s.
Publicized 2021 Great Prophet maneuvers; deployed since.
Impact on Tel Aviv
Strikes reportedly hit IDF-linked sites. IRGC: Accurate hits military/decision centers.
Broader Campaign Context
Iran launched waves response US/Israel Feb 28 strikes. Includes air-launched Israel/US military/civilian causing damage.
Israeli Response Expected
Tel Aviv defenses (Iron Dome/Arrow) intercept most; some breakthroughs reported.
Global Reactions Loom
US allies condemn escalation; UN calls ceasefire.
Sejil-2 Technical Edge
Evasion: High maneuverability
Launch: Road-mobile quick prep
Payload: ~2-tonne warhead potential
Outperforms older liquid-fuel missiles.
64 Waves Milestone
“True Promise 4” marks sustained Iranian response capability. Sejil-2 signals tech leap.
Strategic Targets Confirmed
IRGC: Defense industries, troop concentrations, command posts Tel Aviv.
War Outbreak Recap
US-Israel war started Feb 28 strikes Iran. Iran retaliates ongoing missile/drone barrages.
Missile Production Surge
Iran ramped ballistic output post-tensions. Sejil family key deterrent.
Defense Industry Hits
Claims: Sites producing weapons for US/Israel forces struck.
Regional Ramifications
Escalation risks wider ME conflict. Gulf states brace.
Future Strikes Teased
IRGC vows continued “True Promise” waves if aggression persists.
Tech Evolution: From Shahab to Sejil
Decades Iranian missile programs culminate Sejil solid-fuel reliability.
Casualty/ Damage Reports Pending
IRGC success claims vs Israeli intercepts battle narratives.
US-Israel Counterstrikes Likely
Expected response wave incoming.
Verdict: Sejil-2 Changes Game
IRGC’s 64th wave with Sejil-2 debut escalates US-Israel-Iran war, showcasing advanced solid-fuel reach to Tel Aviv. Retaliation cycle intensifies