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Comparison of Israel and Iran’s defense systems and missiles

  • September 6, 2024
  • Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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Comparison of Israel and Iran’s defense systems and missiles

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  • In the Iran is ranked 14th, followed by Israel in 17th place.

AspectIsraelIran
Air ForceModern, includes F-35sAging fleet of Cold war era(F-14 Tomcats, Mikoyan MiG-29s)
Air DefenseAdvanced, e.g. Iron Dome, Patriot, and Arrow system.Less sophisticated e.g. Bavar 373
Missile CapabilitiesAdvanced, precise E.g. David’s Sling Missile (Magic Wand)Developing, questioned accuracy E.g. Khordad 15
Drone TechnologyAdvanced E.g.- Orbiter 2 LM and Hermes 900.Growing program, Some advanced drones are: Shahed 129 and Kaman 22.
Proxy ForcesNo, But follow Octopus doctrine against Iran.Hezbollah, other regional militias
Nuclear StatusUndeclared nuclear power (estimated to have 90 nuclear warheads)Disputed nuclear program, currently does not possess weapons of mass destruction (WMD).
Comparison of Israel and Iran's defense systems and missiles IR

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