
Iran's Workhorse Missile Is Becoming More Dangerous for U.S. Troops | WSJ Equipped
Aug 1, 2026
Iran’s Kheibar Shekan is a medium-range ballistic missile that can fly 900 miles, meaning it can threaten the entire Middle East—and beyond.
The Kheibar Shekan has become the workhorse of Iran’s missile arsenal during the war with the United States. Now, U.S. officials say Iran’s attacks are growing more and more complex, and that’s making the missile even more dangerous for American troops.
WSJ explains why it’s creating problems for Iran’s adversaries.
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