Published: Mar 20, 2026, 23:00 IST | Updated: Mar 20, 2026, 23:00 IST
Iran’s use of cluster-warhead missiles is emerging as a major challenge for Israel’s air defence systems, adding complexity to an already intense conflict. Unlike conventional ballistic missiles, these weapons break apart mid-air and release multiple submunitions, spreading over a wide area and making interception far more difficult.