Iran Reportedly Fires Two Ballistic Missiles in Gulf of Oman Over Weekend

[BHarwana]

Iran reportedly launched two short-ranged ballistic missiles over the weekend from Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps bases in Bandar-e-Jask.

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — One of the two missiles on Sunday successfully destroyed a floating barge nearly 150 miles away in the Gulf of Oman, Fox News reported citing two US officials familiar with the issue.

The report noted the US officials expressed concerns over the test because they were conducted in the area where the US Navy operates its warships.

The information about the Iranian missile test came after reports about North Korea firing four missiles on Sunday as well.

After the inauguration of US President Donald Trump, Washington-Tehran tensions escalated amid Iran's ballistic missile test and the new US sanctions against Iran. Moreover, Trump has repeatedly criticized the Iran nuclear agreement, saying that it is a "bad deal" and "disastrous for Israel."
https://sputniknews.com/middleeast/201703061051315987-iran-ballistic-missiles/

 

[BHarwana]

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[Surenas]

Iran test-fired a pair of ballistic missiles this weekend into the Gulf of Oman -- with one missile destroying a floating barge approximately 155 miles away, two U.S. officials with knowledge of the launch told Fox News.

The launches of the Fateh-110 short-range ballistic missiles were the first tests of the missile in two years, one official said. It was not immediately clear if this was the first successful test at sea -- raising concerns for the U.S. Navy, which operates warships in the area.

Iran's test came amid a worldwide focus on North Korea's own test-launches of ballistic missiles.

According to one official, Iran launched the two short-range ballistic missiles from Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps bases in Bandar-e-Jask, in southeastern Iran. The first missile was fired on Saturday, but missed its target, though it landed “in the vicinity,” one official said. A day later, Iran made another attempt and was successful.

The Iranian Fateh-110 Mod 3 has a new “active seeker,” helping the missile locate ships at sea, according to one official.

"It's a concern based on the range and that one of the missiles worked," said one official, who requested anonymity because he was not authorized to disclose the launch.

http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/03/06/iran-launched-2-ballistic-missiles-us-officials-say.html

 

[Faravahar]

Why not posted this in Iranian defence section?

It seems this is the first time the Americans have officially confirmed the successful test of the Iranians anti ship ballistic missile of the Fateh-110 family. These missiles have been periodically successfully tested for about 7 years now, nothing new.

 

[The Eagle]

One of the two missiles on Sunday successfully destroyed a floating barge nearly 150 miles away in the Gulf of Oman, Fox News reported citing two US officials familiar with the issue.

So reportedly, two missiles test fired and one hit the target or there is any further report in this regard.

However, seeing the last sanction by US, don't know how much gonna sanction further Iran after this test but one thing for sure that Tension is going to raise further in the region and doing so without active diplomacy with the world, might result in further sanctions.

 

[Faravahar]

So reportedly, two missiles test fired and one hit the target or there is any further report in this regard.

Two missiles tested, one on Saturday missed target by a close margin another tested the next day and that successfully hit the target.

 

[Chinese-Dragon]

Two missiles tested, one on Saturday missed target by a close margin another tested the next day and that successfully hit the target.

A successful hit is good news, being able to sink an expensive warship with a cheap mass produced ballistic missile is a big deal in assymetric warfare.

 

[The Eagle]

Two missiles tested, one on Saturday missed target by a close margin another tested the next day and that successfully hit the target.

Ok. The article says like two were fired on same day yet one missed however, any details on the test and type of missile with available specs etc?

 

[BHarwana]

So reportedly, two missiles test fired and one hit the target or there is any further report in this regard.

However, seeing the last sanction by US, don't know how much gonna sanction further Iran after this test but one thing for sure that Tension is going to raise further in the region and doing so without active diplomacy with the world, might result in further sanctions.

Would agree with you here but you are also forgetting the current Trump policy in the region. Iran is in close diplomatic ties with Pakistan China and Russia. Iran is having talks with Turkey. Now these are military powers in the region. The world is shifting from economic powers to Military powers and USA is losing a gradual grip on things.

Ok. The article says like two were fired on same day yet one missed however, any details on the test and type of missile with available specs etc?

Details will be update by missile threat organization as soon as the finish their analysis I will post.

Ok. The article says like two were fired on same day yet one missed however, any details on the test and type of missile with available specs etc?

You must bring into account that there were two test that took place one in Iran and one in North Korea and in both tests the missiles landed in the area where USA operates. Now is that a coincidence?

 

[Faravahar]

Ok. The article says like two were fired on same day yet one missed however, any details on the test and type of missile with available specs etc?

No, they were tested on different days. The original news was first broken by fox news I believe, where they stated there was were tested on different days.

http://www.foxnews.com/world/2017/03/06/iran-launched-2-ballistic-missiles-us-officials-say.html

As for the missiles in question, they were of the Fateh-110 family. Not possible to say which one, as there are a variety of different ones. There are two varients of the Fateh family used for ant ship purposes

Khalije Fars anti ship ballistic missile with range of 300km,
This one posess optical/IR seeker head.

There is also the Hormouz missile which is the worlds first anti radiation ballistic missile which can also be against ships, the article seemed to hint the missile tested being one of these:

Here its anti radiation seeker:

They could have been tested it against different radar emitting sources and hence why one failed. But this is just conjecture.

 

[The Eagle]

Would agree with you here but you are also forgetting the current Trump policy in the region. Iran is in close diplomatic ties with Pakistan China and Russia. Iran is having talks with Turkey. Now these are military powers in the region. The world is shifting from economic powers to Military powers and USA is losing a gradual grip on things.

Sanctions comes from US alone that I highlighted and rest of the details is well known hence, did not touch the topic so may not derail. Also, remember if US sanctions hit at large and restriction was strong, high level then Pakistan will only be following what majority says as we too cannot loose much being in transition phase. Many wouldn't agree but there is a reality call and to remember the same, just read about the times of previous sanctions and our business dealings. So let's not bet on foreign relations when it comes to International Diplomacy.

You must bring into account that there were two test that took place one in Iran and one in North Korea and in both tests the missiles landed in the area where USA operates. Now is that a coincidence?

From my side, TBH, firstly I wouldn't fuel the situation so this is not the coincidence if the test regime had any other site to do so opponent can take it for flaming and provoking or Iran & NK really wanted to do it then should openly say rather then playing hidden provocation. For the time being, let's say Iran test fired even after last sanctions so let's see how events turn out by next but we have to play the responsible role in such matters. If this was deliberately fired by Iran towards mentioned destination (US presence area) then I have no quotes in this regard because it is up-to Iran & US to take and deal the matter of this test fire though responsible countries does not do mere test to provoke and I do not expect as such from Iran as well. North Korea is totally different subject so let's leave it that way.

There is also the Hormouz missile which is the worlds first anti radiation ballistic missile which can also be against ships, the article seemed to hint the missile tested being one of these:

So most probably be this one because of the Article mentioning 150 Miles however, hope to have details soon.

 

[Faravahar]

From my side, TBH, firstly I wouldn't fuel the situation so this is not the coincidence if the test regime had any other site to do so opponent can take it for flaming and provoking or Iran & NK really wanted to do it then should openly say rather then playing hidden provocation. For the time being, let's say Iran test fired even after last sanctions so let's see how events turn out by next but we have to play the responsible role in such matters. If this was deliberately fired by Iran towards mentioned destination (US presence area) then I have no quotes in this regard because it is up-to Iran & US to take and deal the matter of this test fire though responsible countries does not do mere test to provoke and I do not expect as such from Iran as well. North Korea is totally different subject so let's leave it that way.

Iran is not testing to "provoke". You want Iran to suspend its military plans just so it does not come across as "provoking"? These testings are a natural part of a nations development in the defence sector, such tests must be undertaken and not hampered by politics. So what if they feel provoked? let them.

As for sanctions, minus sanctioning a few people here and there, the Americans can't use any substantial sanctions. That's because if they do, then bye bye to the nuclear agreement. There is a clause in the agreement making it clear if they reinstate considerable sanction, then the deal if off. Despite Trump's rhetoric, he wants the deal to remain in place and he knows he can't do jack about Iranian defence programs. Iran's defence industry is not a toy to be played with by the politicians.

 

[BHarwana]

From my side, TBH, firstly I wouldn't fuel the situation so this is not the coincidence if the test regime had any other site to do so opponent can take it for flaming and provoking or Iran & NK really wanted to do it then should openly say rather then playing hidden provocation. For the time being, let's say Iran test fired even after last sanctions so let's see how events turn out by next but we have to play the responsible role in such matters. If this was deliberately fired by Iran towards mentioned destination (US presence area) then I have no quotes in this regard because it is up-to Iran & US to take and deal the matter of this test fire though responsible countries does not do mere test to provoke and I do not expect as such from Iran as well. North Korea is totally different subject so let's leave it that way.

My point is the previous test of Iran and NK were also on the same time with the difference of a day or so. This is becoming a regular pattern.

Sanctions comes from US alone that I highlighted and rest of the details is well known hence, did not touch the topic so may not derail. Also, remember if US sanctions hit at large and restriction was strong, high level then Pakistan will only be following what majority says as we too cannot loose much being in transition phase. Many wouldn't agree but there is a reality call and to remember the same, just read about the times of previous sanctions and our business dealings. So let's not bet on foreign relations when it comes to International Diplomacy.

Missile test are not covered by the Nuclear deal and sanctions will be implemented. There is your catch.

 

[The Eagle]

Iran is not testing to "provoke". You want Iran to suspend its military plans just so it does not come across as "provoking"? These testings are a natural part of a nations development in the defence sector, such tests must be undertaken and not hampered by politics. So what if they feel provoked? let them.

As for sanctions, minus sanctioning a few people here and there, the Americans can't use any substantial sanctions. That's because if they do, then bye bye to the nuclear agreement. Despite Trump's rhetoric, he wants the deal to remain in place and he knows he can't do jack about Iranian defence programs. Iran's defence industry is not a toy to be played with by the politicians.

The details w.r.t. provocation was mentioned for the last post in reply to other member. I clearly said, it is not necessary to fuel the situation as Iran has provoked so it was a simple test. Read my post again.

My point is the previous test of Iran and NK were also on the same time with the difference of a day or so. This is becoming a regular pattern.

Therefore, I said as the same be treated as normal test rather than deliberately mentioning about coincidence that missiles landed in US Presence area (your previous post).

Missile test are not covered by the Nuclear deal and sanctions will be implemented. There is your catch.

I am looking at the development and simple missile test wouldn't warrant anything that I know however, the one that seeks an opportunity can call it whatever deem fit for own sake. Let's see.

 

[BHarwana]

I am looking at the development and simple missile test wouldn't warrant anything that I know however, the one that seeks an opportunity can call it whatever deem fit for own sake. Let's see.

At this point the info is less only Fox news and Sputnik have reported neither of the Irani news is reporting if the report will update here so lets see.

About the sanction Iran can test missiles under the Nuclear deal that is the issue they cannot sanction Iran. Once you take the Nuclear bomb out the missiles, it become the part of defense rather than deterrence. Now the sanction will only be implemented until proliferation of missiles is proved.

The point that has to be note is that they hit a ship with a ballistic missile.
So that makes it an anti ship ballistic missile.