Iranian ballistic missiles pose a threat to several cities in Europe, according to a newly released infographic map from Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Among the potential targets are large parts of the Mediterranean as well as central Europe.
Iran’s Ballistic Missile Arsenal
Iran’s current ballistic missile arsenal consists mainly of medium-range missiles with maximum ranges of roughly 1,300–2,000+ km (810–1,240+ miles). These include systems such as the Sejil (also spelled Sejjil), Ghadr-110, Khorramshahr, Emad and Shahab-3 variants. Some versions are assessed to have ranges around 2,000 km and there are reports (including Iranian claims) of missiles that might extend to up to about 2,500 km in certain configurations.
Iran’s Missile Range in Europe
European countries that are actively helping the US and Israel launch attacks to Iran might be places of high interest for Tehran’s strikes. Some European cities are really far and unreachable but others fall within the range of Iran’s ballistic missiles.
The map illustrates the reach of Iran through three distinct concentric arcs radiating from the center of Iran, which suggests a tiered capability where different missile classes are capable of targeting varying depths of territory.
Athens is within striking power of Iran’s missiles
The Eastern Mediterranean region, including significant parts of the Balkans and Southeast Europe are definitely within the reach of the Iranians according to Israel’s Foreign Affairs Ministry. Major capitals and population centers falling within this potential radius include Athens (Greece), Sofia (Bulgaria), and Bucharest (Romania). A British Base in Cyprus near the city of Limassol, was hit last night by a drone.
Central and Eastern Europe sit within the range of Iranian missile capability, but perhaps with minimal potential due to the large distance. Cities that are geographically situated within this extensive coverage area include Budapest (Hungary), Vienna (Austria), Warsaw (Poland), and Bratislava (Slovakia).
The outest arc — as shown on the map — represents the furthest away areas of possible impact extending toward the Adriatic Sea, potentially covering the northern regions of Italy and approaching the eastern borders of Germany.
It is important to note that the map illustrates potential range based on theoretical technical capabilities and does not necessarily reflect operational intent, military strategy, or the specific accuracy of these systems.
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