Tehran, Mar 18 — The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly hit over 100 targets in Tel Aviv in retaliation for the killing of former top security official Ali Larijani, according to state broadcaster Press TV. The operation, dubbed “Operation True Promise 4,” marks the 61st wave of Iran’s ongoing retaliatory campaign.
Missile Strikes and Weaponry
The IRGC deployed multi-warhead Khorramshahr-4 and Qadr missiles, along with Emad and Kheibar Shekan projectiles, targeting military and security sites across Tel Aviv. Officials claimed the strikes successfully hit over 100 locations without encountering significant resistance, citing the disruption of Israel’s air defence systems as a key factor.
Impact on Tel Aviv
Reports indicated that the missile strikes caused a partial blackout in Tel Aviv, complicating ground operations and rescue efforts. The IRGC estimated that the attacks resulted in more than 230 casualties, including both fatalities and injuries.
Broader Regional Targets
Beyond Tel Aviv, the strikes reportedly targeted strategic sites in al-Quds, Haifa, Be’er Sheva, and the Negev Desert, as well as American facilities across Qatar, Bahrain, the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Tehran described the strikes as retaliation for unprovoked U.S.-Israeli military actions against Iran.
Context of Retaliation
The IRGC framed the operation as a direct response to the killing of Ali Larijani, former secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC). The campaign is part of a sustained effort by Tehran to target perceived threats across the region while demonstrating military capabilities.