Tehran - On the tenth day of U.S. and Israeli aggression, Iran pressed ahead with powerful retaliatory measures against military and strategic targets, demonstrating both resilience and advanced capabilities. 

Iranian authorities report that more than 1,250 people have been killed and over 12,000 wounded across the country as a result of the strikes by Israel and the U.S., which targeted cities, infrastructure, and oil facilities. The casualties, predominantly civilians, reflect the scale of the assault, while hospitals among the targets. 

In parallel, U.S. forces have suffered losses in the Persian Gulf region. The U.S. Central Command confirmed that eight American soldiers were killed during operations linked to Iranian counterattacks, with additional injuries reported among personnel stationed in Persian Gulf states. Iranian officials stress that these actions are defensive, aimed at protecting national sovereignty and regional stability in the face of foreign aggression.

The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the 30th wave of Operation “True Promise 4”, a concerted missile campaign targeting U.S. and Israeli positions. In this wave, a significant number of Khorramshahr‑4 missiles were deployed — more than in previous phases of the operation. Following these launches, a substantial portion of the assault was carried out with solid‑fuel tactical missiles, highlighting Iran’s advanced indigenous missile capabilities. While many militaries deploy tactical missiles with ranges of 300–500 kilometers, Iran possesses solid‑fuel missiles with ranges up to 2,000 kilometers. This capability allows for rapid, precise, and effective strikes over long distances.

Reports say some U.S. and Israeli early-warning radars and air-defense systems were disrupted, increasing the accuracy of Iranian strikes. Images released by Iranian media show that a significant portion of the missiles successfully hit their intended targets, prompting some Israeli outlets to describe the 30th wave as the heaviest Iranian missile attack since the start of hostilities.

In the first operational step of the 31st wave, Iranian forces, launched missiles against U.S. and Israeli military bases, including five strategic U.S. sites in the region, notably the Fifth Fleet headquarters, and key Israeli positions near Tel Aviv and Haifa. The IRGC Aerospace Force reported successful strikes with Qadr, Khorramshahr, and Kheibar‑Shekan missiles, while Iran’s naval forces carried out a simultaneous offensive against a U.S. helicopter base using armed drones and cruise missiles.

Iranian missile and drone attacks have also targeted inside Israel, causing casualties and infrastructure damage, while U.S. and Israeli forces continue aerial bombardments across Iranian cities. Tehran maintains that these strikes are defensive in nature, aimed solely at deterring further aggression.

Beyond immediate military impacts, the conflict has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy supplies, pushing oil prices higher and adding volatility to international markets. The wider Persian Gulf region has also seen damage to bases, civilian infrastructure, and supply chains as tensions escalate.

Iranian officials assert that the country’s response will continue as long as foreign forces maintain offensive operations against Iranian territory. They emphasize that Tehran’s actions are a measured defense of sovereignty and regional security, demonstrating strategic patience and operational precision even in the face of sustained aggression.