Surface to surface missiles are weapons that are designed to be launched from one surface location and intended to hit another surface target. They are a type of missile used by various militaries around the world and can be either ballistic or cruise missiles. There are several synonyms for surface to surface missiles including ground-to-ground missiles, surface-launched missiles, and land-attack missiles. These missiles can be used for a variety of purposes, such as anti-tank or anti-ship operations and are often used in conflicts where air strikes are not feasible. They are an effective tool for ground-based warfare and are utilized in many military operations around the world.