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Iran Claims Hypersonic Missile Launch Amid Doubts

6/19/2025

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Iran asserts it has launched hypersonic "Fattah 1" missiles at Israel, yet experts cast doubt on this claim. Genuine hypersonic missiles exceed Mach 5 and can evade defenses, while Iran's missiles, though swift, lack the necessary maneuverability. Meanwhile, the U.S. and China continue to push the boundaries of hypersonic technology, raising global tensions.

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Iran asserts it has launched hypersonic "Fattah 1" missiles at Israel, yet experts cast doubt on this claim. Genuine hypersonic missiles exceed Mach 5 and can evade defenses, while Iran's missiles, though swift, lack the necessary maneuverability. Meanwhile, the U.S. and China continue to push the boundaries of hypersonic technology, raising global tensions.