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Israeli Strike Targets Radar Components of Iran's S-300 System Since April 15

Apr 21, 2024, 01:30 PM

Recent satellite imagery has confirmed significant damage to Iran's S-300PMU2 air defense system at Isfahan's Eighth Shekari Air Base, following an Israeli airstrike. The strike, which occurred last Thursday, specifically targeted the system's radar components, including the 92N6E and 30N6E engagement radars, and the 'flap-lid' radar. These findings have been corroborated by multiple sources including The Times of Israel, CNN, and the New York Times, which reported that the attack was aimed at demonstrating Israel's capability to bypass and incapacitate Iran's advanced defensive systems undetected. The damage to the radar systems has been evident since April 15, 2024. The S-300 system, critical for defending key sites such as the Natanz nuclear facility, had been a significant acquisition for Iran, procured after extensive negotiations with Russia.