We begin tonight with a concerning development in the Middle East, where Hamas's Qassam Brigades have rung in the new year with a rocket...
We begin tonight with a concerning development in the Middle East, where Hamas's Qassam Brigades have rung in the new year with a rocket display that resembled a fireworks show. The militant group launched a vibrant showcase over Tel Aviv and several Israeli territories, triggering alarms and sending Israeli citizens scrambling for shelter.
Hamas Rocket Arsenal in 2024: Exclusive Footage and Video Explainer
Earlier, the Qassam Brigades released a video showcasing their rocket arsenal, claiming the capability to reach every point in Israel. Let's take a closer look at some of their flagship rockets:
Q20 (Qassam rocket family)
Named after killed Hamas leader Sheikh Izz El-Din Al-Qassam.
Created in 2012.
Maximum range: 20km.
Warhead weight: 30kg.
Includes Qc20 (2020), Q18 (2015), and Q12 (2022).
S55 (Sijeel rocket family)
Name is a reference to a Quranic verse.
Created: 2017
Maximum range: 55km
Warhead weight: 50kg
Additionally in the Sijeel rocket family are S50 (2019), S40 (2017), S30 (2018), and S16 (2018).
M90 (Maqadma rocket family)
Named after killed Hamas leader Ibrahim Al-Maqadma, a founding member of Hamas and a leader of Al-Qassam Brigades.
Created: 2022.
Maximum range: 90km
Warhead weight: 50kg
Watch: M90 December 2023 video; M90 in use
It joins the M75 (2012) in the Maqadma rocket family.
J90 (Jabari rocket family)
Named after killed Al-Qassam leader Ahmed Al-Jabari, deputy cheif of resistance.
Created: 2014.
Maximum range: 90km
Warhead weight: 50kg
It joins the J80 (2014) in the Jabari rocket family.
A120 (Attar rocket family)
Named after martyred leader Raed Al-Attar, head of the Rafah Brigade and member of Al-Qassam's military council.
Created: 2016.
Maximum range: 120km
Warhead weight: 80kg
It joins the A80 (2016) in the Attar rocket family.
SH (Shamala rocket family)
Named after killed Hamas leader Mohammed Abu Shamala, senior military leader in Rafah and member of Al-Qassam's military council.
Created: 2017.
Maximum range: 80km
Warhead weight: 150kg
R170 (Rantisi rocket family)
Named after killed Hamas Doctor Abdulaziz Al-Rantisi, founder of Hamas.
Created: 2016.
Maximum range: 170km
Warhead weight: 100kg
It joins the R160 (2014) in the Rantisi rocket family.
Ayyash (Ayyash rocket family)
Named after killed Hamas Engineer Yahya Ayyash.
Created: 2019.
Maximum range: 250km
Warhead weight: 250kg
Used in Al-Aqsa Flood to bomb Safad and "Eilat."
Conclusion:
The Qassam Brigades' rocket display underscores their operational resilience, as reported by Israeli media. We'll continue to monitor the situation and bring you updates as they come in. Back to you.
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