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IDF's Three-Week Offensive Targets Iran Amid Ongoing Tensions

3/19/2026

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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) plan to continue operations against Iran for at least three weeks, targeting thousands of sites.
IDF spokesman Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin said operations coordinate with U.S. allies.
Israeli officials denied reports of a missile interceptor shortage, saying they are prepared for a long conflict.
Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire are ongoing as Tehran has escalated attacks on Gulf state ports in response to U.S. strikes.

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The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) plan to continue operations against Iran for at least three weeks, targeting thousands of sites.
IDF spokesman Brig. Gen. Effie Defrin said operations coordinate with U.S. allies.
Israeli officials denied reports of a missile interceptor shortage, saying they are prepared for a long conflict.
Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire are ongoing as Tehran has escalated attacks on Gulf state ports in response to U.S. strikes.