Imagery of debris in Yemen suggests a Chinese-made DF-15A short-range ballistic missile may have been launched by Saudi Arabia, potentially the first observed combat use of this previously unacknowledged Saudi SRBM capability. If confirmed, it indicates a new rapid-response strike option (solid-fuel SRBM) for Saudi forces in the Saudi-Houthi conflict, reducing reliance on crewed aircraft and enabling fast deep strikes.
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Possible Saudi combat use of Chinese DF-15A SRBM revealed by debris in Yemen
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- The War Zone · https://www.twz.com/news-features/saudi-arabia-appears-to-have-used-its-secretive-stash-of-ballistic-missiles-for-the-first-timeSaudi Arabia Appears To Have Used Its Secretive Stash Of Ballistic Missiles For The First Time