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U.S. Unveils Major Strike Package Against Iran's Military

3/21/2026

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Hegseth Unleashes Strikes

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the largest strike package yet in the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran, targeting over 7,000 sites.
Hegseth called Israel's gas field strike a warning and said Iran's military capabilities must be destroyed.
Israeli airstrikes in Bandar Anzali destroyed several Iranian naval vessels.
Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israel, causing no reported injuries.

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Netanyahu Proposes Invasion

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposed a ground invasion of Iran, saying change must come from the Iranian people.
Netanyahu warned against replacing one hardliner with another, likening it to Hitler and Himmler.
Netanyahu stated air operations continue and a ground component is necessary.
General Dan Caine confirmed operations against Iranian maritime assets while United States (U.S.) forces deploy advanced aircraft and munitions to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

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Hegseth Unleashes Strikes

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the largest strike package yet in the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran, targeting over 7,000 sites.
Hegseth called Israel's gas field strike a warning and said Iran's military capabilities must be destroyed.
Israeli airstrikes in Bandar Anzali destroyed several Iranian naval vessels.
Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israel, causing no reported injuries.

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