Did Israel use the AGM-114 R9X Ninja Missile against HAMAS?

The AGM-114R9X, also known as "Ninja Bomb" is a variation of the AGM-114 Hellfire missile platform.

The AGM-114 Hellfire is a family of laser-guided missiles serving as a key component of the U.S. Army's anti-armor capabilities. Originally called Heliborne laser, fire-and-forget missile, the nickname "Hellfire" stuck and eventually became the official name.

The Hellfire family of missiles includes a multitude of models. The AGM-114L is one specific model that has been engineered for exclusive deployment on the AH-64 Apache/Apache Longbow attack helicopter. Israel is one of the few nations that owns and operates the AH-64 Apache attack helicopters.

The latest variant within this missile family is the AGM-114R, also known as Hellfire Romeo. Designed to replace all previous Hellfire II missile configurations, this version consolidates the capabilities of earlier models into a single, powerful missile system. The Hellfire Romeo is equipped with semi-active laser (SAL) seekers and has been tailored to counter a wide spectrum of targets, making it a versatile weapon for a variety of military operations.

The AGM-114R9X, also known as "Ninja Bomb" is a variant known for its precision strike capabilities. Equipped with six retractable meter long blades, this missile can neutralize a single individual while sparing surrounding civilians. Developed by the CIA, it has been deployed by the Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC) since its secret introduction in 2017. Its operational history is marked by several successful missions against high-profile targets. This includes the neutralization of Abu Khayr al-Masri, a prominent al Qaeda leader, in 2017, the elimination of Jamal Ahmad Mohammad Al Badawi, the architect of the 2000 USS Cole Bombing, in 2019 and Al-Qaeda leader Ayman Al-Zawahiri in 2022. This selective and precise weapon has proven to be an effective solution to complex combat situations where enemy combatants use civilian populations as shields against airstrikes. The R9X represents a significant advancement in missile technology, symbolizing the balance between lethal power, precision, and the minimization of collateral damage.

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