Yemen's Houthis Using Chinese Parts for Missiles Capable of Reaching Israel
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Yemen's Houthi rebels are reportedly using Chinese components to upgrade their "Kheibar Shekan" missiles, potentially extending their range to 1,900 miles. This development could enable strikes against Israel and Saudi Arabia. The mobile nature of these missile systems makes them difficult to intercept once deployed.
The story in 4 lines · by baba
- Houthi rebels are using Chinese components to develop medium-range ballistic missiles.
- The modified "Kheibar Shekan" missile could have a range of 1,900 miles.
- The enhanced missiles could target Israel and Saudi Arabia.
- The Houthi's mobile missile systems are difficult to destroy from the air.
Yemen's Houthi rebels are reportedly incorporating components sourced from China into their efforts to develop medium-range ballistic missiles. According to a report cited by the Wall Street Journal, the Iran-backed group is modifying the Iranian "Kheibar Shekan" missile, utilizing Chinese parts. This enhanced version is estimated to have a range of approximately 1,900 miles (3,050 kilometers), potentially enabling strikes against targets in Israel and Saudi Arabia.
The original "Kheibar Shekan" missile, whose name translates to "Hebron Destroyer," has a range of about 1,450 kilometers and can already reach Israel and Persian Gulf nations. The Houthi's ability to quickly deploy and launch these missiles poses a challenge to aerial interdiction efforts. While Israeli and U.S. air forces have previously identified and struck Iranian launch sites, the mobility of these systems allows for reduced reaction times between deployment and launch.
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