While the military confrontation between Iran and Israel has crossed a new course, Tehran announced that it had mobilized its sejjil ballistic missile as part of its response. This name now comes back to the heart of regional tensions. But what is it exactly?
Sejjil (or Sajjil) is a medium-range soil-ground ballistic missile, which can strike targets up to 2,500 kilometers away. Developed by Iran since the early 2000s, it differs from its predecessors, such as the Shahab, by the use of a solid fuel. This technology allows a rapid launch, without prolonged visible preparation, making its interception more difficult.
The deployment of the sejjil in the war against Israel is not trivial. This missile allows Iran to touch the heart of Israeli territory from its own soil, without the need for relays or intermediate bases. It is part of the asymmetrical deterrent strategy that Tehran brandishes in the face of its adversaries with technological or nuclear superiority.
In addition to its destructive capacities, sejjil also plays a symbolic and psychological role. By exhibiting this missile, Iran seeks to impose a balance of power, show that it has long -range direct attack capacities and that it is ready to use them. This is a direct message not only to Israel, but also in the United States.
