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Israel-US Hit 13,000 Iranian Targets, Ceasefire Rejected

6/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Israel and the United States struck more than 13,000 Iranian targets, killing 250 figures.
Iranian missile attacks fell about 90% in the first week of the campaign.
Israel deployed 122 of 150 Arrow missiles and half of its THAAD missiles by March 24.
Pakistan mediated a ceasefire announced on April 8, which 61% of Israelis now reject.

History

Historical Context

On 7 June 1981 Israel’s Air Force launched Operation Opera, using eight F-16s escorted by six F-15s to destroy Iraq’s French-built Osirak reactor, killing ten Iraqi soldiers and one French worker. The strike, justified by Prime Minister Menachem Begin as anticipatory self-defense, prompted U.S. diplomatic backing and the Begin Doctrine, shaping later pre-emptive policies such as the 2007 Orchard raid.

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Story summary

Israel and the United States struck more than 13,000 Iranian targets, killing 250 figures.
Iranian missile attacks fell about 90% in the first week of the campaign.
Israel deployed 122 of 150 Arrow missiles and half of its THAAD missiles by March 24.
Pakistan mediated a ceasefire announced on April 8, which 61% of Israelis now reject.

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