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IRGC Targets Israeli Bases Amid Ongoing U.S.-Israeli Strikes

3/12/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it targeted Israeli bases and Shin Bet headquarters as U.S.-Israeli strikes continue in the conflict's third week.
Israel reported missiles launched from Iran, triggering alerts in Jerusalem and other cities.
The IRGC has threatened to attack U.S.-linked economic centers in the region.
Iranian officials say civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and schools, has been severely damaged, with at least 1,395 casualties reported.

History

Historical Context

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 overthrew Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, establishing an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini. This shift marked a significant geopolitical change, as the newly formed Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) began targeting foreign interests. Current tensions, including missile launches and threats against U.S. assets, reflect the enduring anti-Western sentiment rooted in the revolution, which has resulted in over 1,395 casualties in ongoing conflicts.

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Story summary

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it targeted Israeli bases and Shin Bet headquarters as U.S.-Israeli strikes continue in the conflict's third week.
Israel reported missiles launched from Iran, triggering alerts in Jerusalem and other cities.
The IRGC has threatened to attack U.S.-linked economic centers in the region.
Iranian officials say civilian infrastructure, including hospitals and schools, has been severely damaged, with at least 1,395 casualties reported.

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