Was new Iranian missile behind Bat Yam destruction? Expert explains

Although Iran has launched the same missiles seen in April and October 2024, one of three known variants is most likely responsible—and it is not an unknown system.

Rescue teams inspect a damaged building following a strike by an Iranian ballistic missile in the Israeli city of Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv, on June 15, 2025. At least six Israelis were killed in the strike, and dozens were injured.

(photo credit: GILI YAARI/FLASH90)

ByUDI ETSION

JUNE 16, 2025 14:27

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