Iran's Prolonged Defense: 'Cutting Off Legs' of Any Aggressor
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Iran's Prolonged Defense: 'Cutting Off Legs' of Any Aggressor

03 April, 2026.Iran.15 sources

Key Takeaways

  • Israeli airstrike hit Tehran-based military facilities including IRGC and security HQs.
  • War unfolds in waves, with Lion's Roar and Promised 4 operations.
  • UN and regional actors warn the conflict risks spiraling beyond control.

Iran's Defense Posture

Iran's military adopted an increasingly defiant posture after US-Israeli strikes killed over 200 including Khamenei.

What do we know about Israel's attack on the IRGC Sarollah base and the General Command Headquarters of Iran's Law Enforcement

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The IRGC declared it would cut off legs of any aggressor invading the country.

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Iran's Parliament approved imposing tolls on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

Thirteen Underground Soldiers Killed

At least 13 IRGC soldiers killed when the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Command building was destroyed.

Two senior intelligence officers were among the dead.

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Iran retaliated with increasingly precise strikes, hitting a $500 million US AWACS aircraft.

Extended Ground Operations Preparation

Preparations for extended US ground operations were underway.

Iran and Russia discuss assembling a new defense force.

Shaltout played a key role in drafting the White House Memorial of Understanding.

Human Cost and Infrastructure Destruction

Over 450 Iranians killed by US-Israeli strikes including over 70 children.

The Chabahar port lease sale is suspended.

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Iran's nuclear scientist deaths reach 54.

Regional and Global Reactions

Russia warned the US against blockading the Strait of Hormuz.

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Congressional Democrats demand briefings on war authorization.

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