The outcome of Iran’s massive April 13 and October 1 strikes on Israel has raised questions about the utility of its missile force and the military strategy built around it. In the April strike, Iran launched an estimated 110-130 ballistic missiles at Israel. About half malfunctioned after launch, nearly half were intercepted, and around 7-9 got through, causing little damage and no deaths (185 drones and 6 cruise missiles were launched as well; all were downed en route). In October, Iran launched an estimated 200 ballistic missiles: 20 apparently failed after launch; more than 30 hit Israel, causing some damage to Nevatim Air Base and several residential areas; and an unknown number were destroyed en route. One Palestinian in the West Bank was killed by missile debris, and an Israeli died of a heart attack as a result of the strike. In short, the results of both attacks were relatively meager compared to the resources expended.

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