cruise missile

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The New York Times has previously reported that the school was hit by a US Tomahawk cruise missile, a weapon which Iran does not possess.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Video footage clearly shows the damage was done by a Tomahawk cruise missile.

From Slate • Mar. 10, 2026

The Tomahawk is a type of long-range cruise missile that can be launched from submarines, ships and aircraft which has been in the US arsenal for decades.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

So allow us to bring you a good news story: A new cheap American cruise missile developed in 16 months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

A stealthy aircraft bombing unimpededly is not distinct from a cruise missile fired at 1,000 miles regarding the effect of ordnance on target.

From Shock and Awe — Achieving Rapid Dominance by Wade, James P.