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Israel Launches Major Airstrike on Iran Amid Rising Tensions

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) struck over 200 military targets in western and central Iran, including missile systems and operational headquarters, using F-35I Adir jets.
The operation is part of a campaign against Iran's ballistic missile network.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched missile and drone strikes on U.S. airbases.
The IRGC said satellite imagery confirmed destruction at these bases.
The situation underscores escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.

History

Historical Context

The Iranian Revolution of 1979, led by Ayatollah Khomeini, overthrew the Pahlavi monarchy, establishing the Islamic Republic. This regime, marked by the formation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), has since engaged in conflicts, including missile strikes against U.S. interests. Israel's airstrikes on Iranian military targets today reflect ongoing hostilities rooted in this historical animosity, contributing to regional instability.

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Story summary

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) struck over 200 military targets in western and central Iran, including missile systems and operational headquarters, using F-35I Adir jets.
The operation is part of a campaign against Iran's ballistic missile network.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched missile and drone strikes on U.S. airbases.
The IRGC said satellite imagery confirmed destruction at these bases.
The situation underscores escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.

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