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IDF Drops 18,000 Bombs in Iran War, U.S. Hits 13,000 Sites

4/11/2026

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On April 10, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported dropping 18,000 bombs over 38 days in the Iran war, five times the June 2025 conflict’s 12-day total.
The campaign used 1,000 waves of aircraft and 8,500 sorties, targeting 4,000 sites, with the bombing rate falling since mid-March.
As of April 6, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said the United States had targeted over 13,000 sites in Iran, with counts differing.

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Story summary

On April 10, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported dropping 18,000 bombs over 38 days in the Iran war, five times the June 2025 conflict’s 12-day total.
The campaign used 1,000 waves of aircraft and 8,500 sorties, targeting 4,000 sites, with the bombing rate falling since mid-March.
As of April 6, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said the United States had targeted over 13,000 sites in Iran, with counts differing.