The US and Israel continue massive airstrikes across Iran under Operations Epic Fury and Roaring Lion, targeting nearly 2,000 sites including Tehran’s Azadi Square, metro stations, and military facilities as Ayatollah Khamenei’s funeral looms.
Latest Military Developments
US Central Command reports 24/7 operations dwarfing 2003 Iraq strikes, destroying 17 Iranian ships while F-35I downed a Yak-130 over Tehran—F1’s first manned kill. Iran’s Operation True Promise IV hit US bases in Gulf states, Saudi embassy (minor damage), and Tel Aviv (12 injured), with most missiles intercepted.
IRIS Dena frigate sank off Sri Lanka (101 missing), Hormuz remains shut trapping 37 Indian ships/1,109 sailors.
Leadership Transition and Mourning
Mojtaba Khamenei leads succession race under IRGC pressure as Mashhad burial preparations advance amid 40-day mourning. Trump offers escorts through Hormuz; Iran rejects talks despite brief negotiation signals.
India’s Comprehensive Response
MEA control room (1800118797) coordinates; 25-day reserves preclude fuel hikes; Russia pledges full supply; 58 flights resume. PM Modi’s Gulf outreach and Putin’s de-escalation parallel Navy patrols near submarine strike site.
