Get to Know Iran’s Most Precise Missile
WANA (Aug 27) – The Qassem Basir ballistic missile is one of the latest achievements of Iran’s defense industry, unveiled in May this year. With a range of over 1,200 kilometers and an accuracy of less than one meter, it has been introduced as the most precise Iranian missile to date.
Amir Pilot Aziz Nasirzadeh, Iran’s Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics, stated in a televised interview that although this missile was not used in the recent conflict, it is considered one of Iran’s most advanced systems in terms of capability.
Iranian ballistic missiles are displayed during the ceremony of joining the Armed Forces, in Tehran, Iran, August 22, 2023. Iran’s Presidency/WANA (West Asia News Agency)
Technical Features of Qassem Basir
This missile is equipped with an advanced thermal imaging system that enables precise detection and targeting even under difficult conditions. Notably, its navigation system does not rely on GPS—a deliberate choice to enhance resilience against electronic warfare.
Other key features include high maneuverability, the ability to bypass complex air defense systems, and distinguishing primary targets from decoys. In testing, Qassem Basir also demonstrated reliable performance under conditions of intense electronic disruption.
“Qassem Basir”: Israel’s New Concern
WANA (May 05) – Iran’s latest missile, named Qassem Basir, serves as a clear confirmation of the country’s operational readiness and represents another significant step in enhancing the Islamic Republic’s deterrence capabilities — a development that has raised concerns in Israel. Unveiled just recently, the Qassem Basir missile has a range exceeding 1,200 kilometers […]
Missile Power in Iran’s Defense Strategy
Missile capability is a central pillar of Iran’s deterrence strategy. In recent years, a wide array of missiles with varying ranges and capabilities has been developed—ranging from the Khorramshahr, Ghadir, and Emad families to the Qiam, Kheibarshekan, Haj Qassem, Sejjil, and the Paveh cruise missile.
According to the Minister of Defense, more than 90 percent of the equipment required by the armed forces is produced domestically. In the missile sector—both solid-fuel and liquid-fuel—production is entirely indigenous, with no reliance on foreign sources.
