Tehran: In one of its biggest airstrike last week, Israel carried out an attack on Iranian missile facilities and military bases. As per reports, Iran is still estimating the damage caused by the severe attack. The report also said that the biggest blow to the Islamic Republic of Iran has come through the attacks on S-300 air defense systems. Additionally, the attack on Iran has also been known to damage the ‘secret’ areas where the country used to do nuclear activities.
An individual in the US administration, who wanted to stay unnamed, shared in a Wall Street Journal’s conversation how Israel’s recent attack has significantly incapacitated Iran’s defense, taking down their final three S-300 missile defense apparatus out of the total four they initially had. Israel had wrecked one beforehand at the start of the year. The insider also disclosed that the Iranian interception measures could hardly resist the Israeli aircraft, as the bulk of the launched missiles successfully struck their intended spots.
Statement from Israel
Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said, ‘The IDF attacked three or four S-300 sites, including one site at Imam Khomeini International Airport near Tehran.’
What is S-300 Air Defence System?
The S-300 is a series of long-range surface-to-air missile systems developed by the former Soviet Union. It was produced by NPO Almaz for the Soviet Air Defence Forces to defend against air raids and cruise missiles. It is used by Russia, Ukraine, and other former Eastern Bloc countries, along with Bulgaria and Greece. It is also used by China, Iran, and other countries in Asia.
Iran is in a bit of a tough spot when it comes to replacing the S-300 system any time soon. For its defence and security, Iran leans heavily on Russia for its high-tech weapons, but at the moment, Russia’s attention is mostly towards the unrest in Ukraine. This means they’re using all their air defense resources, leaving little for Iran. To add to the complexity, Iran’s setting its sights on the more advanced S-400 from Russia. However, snagging this system for Iran might not be a walk in the park in the current circumstances.
