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IDF Air Force Boosts Strike Power Against Iran

3/21/2026

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The Israel Defense Forces' Air Force (IDF Air Force) has adopted tactics that allow more fighter jets to strike without midair refueling.
The change increases firepower, with the IDF Air Force deploying 50–100 aircraft per sortie against Iranian targets.
In 18 days, the IDF Air Force carried out what it described as a full year's attacks.
Israeli intelligence targeted key figures Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, illustrating ongoing operations.

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The Israel Defense Forces' Air Force (IDF Air Force) has adopted tactics that allow more fighter jets to strike without midair refueling.
The change increases firepower, with the IDF Air Force deploying 50–100 aircraft per sortie against Iranian targets.
In 18 days, the IDF Air Force carried out what it described as a full year's attacks.
Israeli intelligence targeted key figures Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani, illustrating ongoing operations.