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Israeli Drone Strikes Kill 10 in Tehran, Heighten Tensions

3/12/2026

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On March 12, 2026, Iranian media reported Israeli drone strikes in Tehran killing ten security personnel and Basij militiamen.
The semiofficial Fars news agency described attacks as coordinated by Israeli intelligence and opposition elements to destabilize Iran.
Reza Pahlavi, son of the former shah, urged supporters to stay home.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised support for the Iranian people.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed strikes targeting Iranian regime infrastructure.

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On March 12, 2026, Iranian media reported Israeli drone strikes in Tehran killing ten security personnel and Basij militiamen.
The semiofficial Fars news agency described attacks as coordinated by Israeli intelligence and opposition elements to destabilize Iran.
Reza Pahlavi, son of the former shah, urged supporters to stay home.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised support for the Iranian people.
The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed strikes targeting Iranian regime infrastructure.