Iran has for the first time launched its Sejjil‑2 hypersonic missile toward multiple US and Israeli installations, marking a dramatic escalation on the 16th day of the war. The strike was confirmed on Sunday by Iran’s state broadcaster Press TV, with the country’s defence forces claiming the launch represents a major leap in their military capability.
The Sejjil missile often called the “dancing missile” for its extreme manoeuvrability and ability to change direction mid‑air travels at more than 13 times the speed of sound. Its rapid movement and radar‑evading flight path make it a formidable challenge for modern air‑defence systems.
Developed entirely with Iranian technology, the Sejjil is a powerful medium‑range ballistic missile capable of striking targets up to 2,000 kilometres away. The two‑stage missile can carry up to 700 kilograms of explosives and uses solid fuel instead of liquid, allowing for faster preparation and quicker launch times.
According to the US‑based Center for Strategic and International Studies, the Sejjil measures roughly 18 metres in length, 1.25 metres in diameter and weighs around 12,600 kilograms. Development began in the 1990s, and the first test launch took place in 2008.
There are two versions of the missile Sejjil‑1 and Sejjil‑2 with the latter being the more advanced medium‑range variant. Sunday’s launch involved the Sejjil‑2, which military analysts consider the most sophisticated missile in Iran’s ballistic arsenal.
The strike has intensified already‑high tensions across the Middle East. While the United States and Israel have not yet issued formal responses, defence analysts warn that Iran’s deployment of the Sejjil‑2 signals a dangerous new phase in the conflict.
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