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IDF Dismantles 60% of Iran's Missile Launchers Amid Joint Operations

3/7/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Israel Defense Forces say they have destroyed over 60% of Iran's ballistic missile launchers.
This progress coincided with missile attacks on Israel dropping to 20 on Thursday from 80 at the conflict's start.
The IDF has conducted extensive airstrikes targeting military infrastructure, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities.
The United States and Israel are conducting unprecedented joint operations to bolster capabilities because both sides face finite resources.

History

Historical Context

The Iran-Iraq War began in September 1980, following Iraq's invasion, and lasted until a UN-brokered ceasefire in August 1988, resulting in around 500,000 deaths. The conflict fostered deep-seated animosities, particularly between Iran and Israel, which have evolved into a proxy war since 1985. Recent Israeli strikes on Iranian missile facilities highlight the ongoing tensions rooted in this historical conflict.

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Story summary

The Israel Defense Forces say they have destroyed over 60% of Iran's ballistic missile launchers.
This progress coincided with missile attacks on Israel dropping to 20 on Thursday from 80 at the conflict's start.
The IDF has conducted extensive airstrikes targeting military infrastructure, including Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps facilities.
The United States and Israel are conducting unprecedented joint operations to bolster capabilities because both sides face finite resources.

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