As the regional conflict between Israel and Iran enters a volatile new phase, a banned weapon of war is reappearing over civilian centres. While Israel’s defence systems remain robust, a new threat - the cluster ballistic missile - is testing the limits of safety.
Key takeaways
Quick scan — what you need to know:
- As the regional conflict between Israel and Iran enters a volatile new phase, a banned weapon of war is reappearing over civilian centres.
- While Israel’s defence systems remain robust, a new threat - the cluster ballistic missile - is testing the limits of safety.
- Unlike a single warhead, these missiles release hundreds of "bomblets," turning neighbourhoods into active minefields long after the sirens stop.
Background
What led here, in plain terms:
- While Israel’s defence systems remain robust, a new threat - the cluster ballistic missile - is testing the limits of safety.
- Unlike a single warhead, these missiles release hundreds of "bomblets," turning neighbourhoods into active minefields long after the sirens stop.
Why it matters
Why readers and decision-makers should care:
- Unlike a single warhead, these missiles release hundreds of "bomblets," turning neighbourhoods into active minefields long after the sirens stop.
- As the regional conflict between Israel and Iran enters a volatile new phase, a banned weapon of war is reappearing over civilian centres.
- While Israel’s defence systems remain robust, a new threat - the cluster ballistic missile - is testing the limits of safety.