2024-01-10 20:30:32
Israel Exposed to Advanced Hezbollah Missile Technology
Last Saturday, Israel was caught off guard when Hezbollah, the terrorist organization based in Lebanon, successfully hit the air force’s northern air control unit with a Russian Cornet EM anti-tank missile. The incident revealed the enhanced capabilities and accuracy of Hezbollah’s missile technology, sparking concern among Israeli defense officials.
The Cornet EM missile, unveiled by KBP at the Moscow Air Show in August 2011, is a precision weapon that can be launched from mounted platforms or specialized launchers. It has a range of up to 10 kilometers during the day and 8 kilometers at night, with the ability to penetrate armor up to 1.3 meters thick.
The price of a Kornet missile is estimated at about 26 thousand dollars, and it is believed that Iran and Syrian President Bashar Assad are the main sources supplying these advanced weapons to Hezbollah. Israel, facing the threat posed by these missiles, has invested in upgrading its active protection systems in tanks and armored vehicles to mitigate the damage caused by these missiles.
The recent Russia-Ukraine war has also revealed the use of Cornet missiles by both sides, underscoring the widespread nature of these advanced weapons. As Israel grapples with the implications of Hezbollah’s use of advanced missile technology, it is clear that the threat posed by these weapons extends beyond the region.
The missile attack by Hezbollah has prompted Israel to reassess its defense strategies and pursue innovative solutions to counter the evolving threats posed by these advanced missiles. As the conflict in the region continues to evolve, the need for advanced defense systems and strategic planning has become increasingly critical.
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