Israel’s recent strike in Iran brought extensive damage to the country’s long-range air defense infrastructure. The operation dismantled Iran’s advanced missile batteries, including Russian-made S-300s and Iranian models, as well as detection radars, leaving Tehran and western Iran exposed. The western region previously served as a launch point for Iran’s ballistic missiles targeting Israel, which now faces significantly reduced defense.
With Russia unable to supply replacement systems due to its involvement in Ukraine, Iran is left vulnerable. IDF assessments indicate it will take Iran up to three years to restore its lost capabilities, marking a significant setback in Iran’s strategic defenses.
While Iran’s existing stockpile of over 2,000 ballistic missiles remains, the strike critically impaired production facilities, including essential equipment used in missile manufacturing. Iran now faces restrictions on new missile production, limiting its munitions inventory for the foreseeable future.
Over 140 Israeli aircraft, including reservists, took part in the operation. The IDF anticipated the possibility of an immediate Iranian counterattack with up to 200 missiles but had plans in place to complete the mission without compromising targets. So far, Iran has refrained from a hasty response, indicating they may be assessing the situation before any retaliation.
In preparation for any potential Iranian strike, the U.S. has bolstered defensive support, including deploying a THAAD battery within Israel and three AEGIS-equipped ships capable of intercepting ballistic missiles, marking a strengthened alliance in regional defense.
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