The maneuvers began on Oct. 11 with the firing of 30 ballistic missiles, including Emad, Khorramshahr, and Khaybar Shekan models. The drills integrated fighter jets, drones, and hypersonic capabilities and follow similar tests conducted before Feb. 28. Analysts have cited the scale of the launches as evidence that Iran's stockpiles are not running low and suggested the activity may be preparation for a potential conflict with the U.S.
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IRGC Launches Ballistic Missiles for 5th Day in Most Intense Phase
War5 days ago
Footage from across Iran documents various ballistic missile types being fired by the IRGC Aerospace Force during the latest round of military maneuvers. These large-scale exercises reached their highest level of intensity on Oct. 15, the fifth consecutive day of drilling, with videos showing launches from multiple cities and the deployment of Ghadr-110 medium-range ballistic missiles.
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