What is the PrSM missile that the US used for the first time in Iran?
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Key Points:
- The US used Precision Strike Missiles (PrSMs) for the first time during its ongoing conflict with Iran, marking a significant development in its military capabilities, according to US Central Command (CENTCOM).
- PrSMs, developed by Lockheed Martin, are long-range missiles with a range of 60km to over 499km, compatible with MLRS M270 and HIMARS launchers, and offer double the missile load compared to the current ATACMs.
- The introduction of PrSMs enhances the US military's deep strike ability, allowing for rapid, precise, and safer missile strikes with modular and upgradeable technology.
- The use of PrSMs reflects the US military's strategic shift following its 201
