Iran Showcases Anti-Ship Missile Capabilities in Latest Naval Drill

Saturday, August 23, 2025  Read time1 min

SAEDNEWS: Iran’s Navy successfully struck designated sea targets using the Nasir, Qadir, and Ghader anti-ship cruise missiles, demonstrating precise targeting and high destructive power in its latest naval exercise.

Iran Showcases Anti-Ship Missile Capabilities in Latest Naval Drill

In the latest phase of the naval exercise, the missile boat Genaveh and the destroyer Sabalan simultaneously launched Nasir and Qadir sea-launched cruise missiles as well as the coastal and anti-ship Ghader missile from the Velayat-2 coastal system, successfully striking and destroying a designated surface target at sea.

The Ghader cruise missile is a medium-range, radar-evading anti-ship missile with high destructive power and remarkable targeting accuracy, designed to engage ships and coastal targets.

The Qadir cruise missile is a long-range, radar-evading anti-ship missile with high destructive capability and precise targeting, also intended for countering naval vessels.

The Nasir cruise missile is a short-range, radar-evading anti-ship missile with high destructive power and exceptional accuracy, specifically developed for engaging enemy ships.

This coordinated launch highlights the Iranian Navy’s enhanced precision strike capabilities and strategic readiness in maritime operations.