In a daring and highly precise operation, the Israeli Air Force has conducted a major airstrike on three key airports in and around Tehran, destroying multiple Iranian fighter jets and military aircraft on the ground. The bold raid has delivered another severe blow to Iran’s already crippled air force.
Israeli F-35 stealth fighters and other advanced aircraft penetrated Iranian airspace and struck Mehrabad International Airport, Imam Khomeini International Airport, and a major military airbase near the capital. Thick smoke and explosions were reported at all three locations as Israeli munitions destroyed hangars, runways, and several Iranian fighter jets, including Russian-supplied models.
This strike comes as part of Israel’s relentless retaliation in the war that began on February 28, 2026. Despite Iran’s repeated ballistic missile attacks on Israeli cities, the regime’s air capabilities continue to be systematically dismantled. With most of its advanced aircraft either destroyed or grounded due to lack of spare parts and fuel, Iran’s ability to challenge Israeli air superiority is now almost nonexistent.
The Israeli military stated that the operation targeted facilities used to support attacks on Israel and its allies. “We will continue to strike wherever necessary to defend our people,” an IDF spokesperson declared.
The Iranian regime is in a state of panic. Losing aircraft and infrastructure so close to Tehran exposes the depth of its vulnerability. While Iran and its proxies like Hezbollah continue launching rockets and missiles, their conventional military power is collapsing under sustained Israeli and American pressure.
The United States has expressed full support for Israel’s right to defend itself against Iranian aggression. With America’s overwhelming military backing, Israel continues to dictate the pace of the conflict.
This latest strike further weakens Iran’s already broken air force and sends a clear message: no part of Iran is beyond Israel’s reach. The regime that started this war is now paying a heavy price.
This story is developing rapidly. Israeli forces remain on high alert as the pressure on Tehran intensifies.
