missiles

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The intelligence was passed to Israel and, two hours and five minutes after the Israeli jets took off, at around 9:40 am Tehran time, the long-range missiles struck the compound, it said.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

Tehran responded with salvos of missiles and drones during the 12-day war, which also saw brief US involvement before a US-announced ceasefire halted the fighting.

From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026

The RAF's Typhoon jets, in service since 2004 and now to be extended to the 2040s, will remain the primary means of intercepting drones and cruise missiles.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

Earlier this week, Kim vowed to strengthen his military “with a goal of overtaking the world” and oversaw the test of tactical missiles and an upgraded rocket launcher that puts South Korea within range.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

He took out his mini Minox camera, opened a folder with technical specs of Soviet missiles, and began snapping pictures.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin