Military Knowledge: R-73 Air-to-Air Missile
The R-73 missile is a short-range, infrared-guided air-to-air missile designed by Vympel NPO. Entering service in 1984, it is known in NATO designation as the AA-11 Archer.
The R-73 missile is a short-range, infrared-guided air-to-air missile designed by Vympel NPO. Entering service in 1984, it is known in NATO designation as the AA-11 Archer.
A collective attempt by several detainees belonging to the terrorist group ISIS to escape from al-Sina’a Prison in Hasakah has failed. This facility, considered one of the most important detention centers for ISIS members in northeastern Syria, witnessed an operation that was quickly thwarted by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) with air support from the U.S.-led coalition.
The IRGC Navy carried out a maritime operation in which the oil tanker Talara was seized on charges of transporting contraband cargo near the southern Makran coast.
On the anniversary of Atatürk’s death—whom ISIS portrays as a symbol of serving Western powers—history is, in their view, replaying a similar scene.
The Israeli military has launched a combined exercise, codenamed “Lion’s Roar”, simulating attacks on the West Bank and Lebanon. The drill involves the participation of the Judea and Samaria Division and the Gilead 96 Division, under the command of Israel’s Central Command, and will last for three days.
The Barak MX air defense system, developed by Israel Aerospace Industries, is a modular, network-centric platform built on an open architecture. Available in both land-based and Sea-based variants, it supports a wide range of radars and interceptor missiles, enabling engagement against diverse aerial, cruise, and ballistic threats. Given its export to foreign clients—particularly to conflict-prone regions such as the South Caucasus, the southern Persian Gulf, and the Eastern Mediterranean—Barak MX is regarded not only as an advanced weapon system but also as a geopolitical lever for Israel.
Hebrew-language outlets alleged that the United States and Israel have reached a preliminary understanding regarding the fate of al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, in Rafah, southern Gaza. Under this plan, part of the al-Qassam fighters would be relocated from Rafah to other areas under Hamas control within the Gaza Strip.
Farhad Shami, director of the media center of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), stated that despite calls from some parties, the US-led coalition has not left Syria and continues to strengthen its presence in strategic locations inside the country.
On November 10, two terrorist explosions near the Red Fort in New Delhi leave at least 15 dead and over 25 injured.
The Israeli parliament (Knesset) has given initial approval to a draft law under which the government may suspend the activities of any foreign media outlet deemed harmful to Israel’s security, without requiring a judicial order. In this vote, 50 members supported the bill while 41 opposed it.
On November 6, Hezbollah’s Public Relations Office issued an official statement addressed to the President, Prime Minister, Speaker of Parliament, and the people of Lebanon, warning against Israeli aggressions and making its position clear.
In recent days, Israeli army patrol convoys have operated in the areas of Rasem al-Halabi, al-Ruwayhina, al-Ajraf, al-Sa’ayda, Ain Farikha, al-Mushayrifa, al-Samadaniyah al-Sharqiyah, and Jura al-Sheikh.