👉 Attempting missiles, also known as cruise missiles or intermediate-range ballistic missiles (IRBMs) in some contexts, are advanced weapon systems designed to deliver a payload—typically a nuclear warhead—to a specific target at intermediate ranges, usually between 200 and 5,500 kilometers (124 to 3,420 miles). Unlike ballistic missiles that follow a direct trajectory from launch to impact, attempting missiles use advanced guidance systems to navigate through the atmosphere, often employing a combination of inertial navigation and GPS to ensure precise targeting. These missiles are capable of evading some defensive measures, such as early warning radar systems, and can be launched from various platforms, including land-based sites, sea-launched platforms, or even air-launched aircraft. Their development and deployment are significant in international security discussions due to their potential to alter the strategic balance between nations, particularly in regions with ongoing tensions.
