Iran launches wave of heavy, multi-warhead missiles

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete March 11, 2026 at 01:11 AM

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In March 2026, Iran launched a barrage of heavy, multi-warhead missiles. According to the Iranian military, the missiles were aimed at targets in Iraq, Bahrain, and Israel. Footage released by Iran showed the missile launches. Interceptions were observed over Israel, but reports also indicated that Tel Aviv was hit. The news report did not specify the reason for the missile launches.

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Conflict

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National Security

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Key Claims (5)

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Missiles targeted Iraq, Bahrain, and Israel.

factual — Iranian military100% confidence

Missiles were described as heavy, multi-warhead projectiles.

quote — Iranian military100% confidence

Iranian military released footage of missile launches.

factual — NewsFeed100% confidence

Interceptions were seen in the skies over Israel.

factual — NewsFeed90% confidence

Reports have emerged of a hit on Tel Aviv.

factual — NewsFeed60% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Iraq 70% Bahrain 70% Tel Aviv 70% Iran 90% Israel ×290%

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missile launch 90% multi-warhead missiles 80% iran 70% israel 70% interceptions 60% tel aviv 50% iraq 40% bahrain 40%

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Very Negative

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News Report

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70%

Geographic Perspective

Iran

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