31.03.2026 08:00
On February 28, during the attacks on Iran by the United States, it was revealed that previously unused and untested PrSM ballistic missiles were employed. According to an analysis by the New York Times, civilian areas such as a gym and a school were struck in Lamerd. While experts could not clarify whether the attack was intentional or due to a technical error, it was reported that at least 21 people lost their lives.
It has been revealed that the attacks launched by the United States against Iran on February 28 involved ballistic missiles that had never been used or tested in war before. The news, based on visual analyses and expert reviews by the New York Times, contains striking details about the scale of the attacks.
CIVIL AREAS TARGETED IN LAMERD
A sports hall and a school near a military facility in the Lamerd district of Iran's Fars province were hit. Images from the attack and the resulting damage showcased the extent of the destruction in the area.
PRSM MISSILE DEPLOYED
According to expert analyses, the weapon used in the attack was identified as the US-made short-range ballistic missile PrSM. This missile, which completed its prototype tests last year, was used for the first time in a real combat scenario.
UNCERTAINTY CONTINUES
Due to the missile being new, questions regarding the nature of the attack persist. Experts state that a clear assessment cannot be made on whether the target selection was intentional or if a technical error occurred.
CASUALTIES RISE TO 21
According to Iranian media, at least 21 people lost their lives in the attacks in Lamerd and its surroundings. The targeting of civilian sites has drawn reactions from the international community.
TENSIONS ESCALATE IN WAR
The conflicts expanded as Iran responded to the attacks launched by the US and Israel on February 28 by targeting US bases in the region. The reciprocal moves are increasing tensions in the area day by day.
US-ISRAEL'S ATTACKS ON IRAN
While negotiations continue between the Tehran and Washington administrations, Israel and the US launched a military attack on Iran on February 28. Iran responded with attacks on targets it identified in several regional countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bahrain, where US bases are located, in addition to Israel. In the US-Israel attacks, many high-ranking officials, including Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, were killed.