Israel strikes Iran’s largest gas facilities | Funeral procession held for Iran’s top leader & Basij Commander | IDF eliminates Iranian intelligence minister
| Published: March 18, 2026
18:44 – Iranian leader Mojtaba Khamenei vows revenge for killing of Larijani
In a statement attributed to new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, he vowed revenge for the killing of top official Ali Larijani.
“Undoubtedly, the assassination of such a personality indicates the extent of his importance and the hatred of the enemies of Islam toward him,” said the statement that was published through official channels of the leader’s office.
“The enemies of Islam should know that the shedding of this blood at the base of the strong tree of the Islamic system will only make it stronger, and of course, every blood has a price, and the criminal killers of these martyrs will soon have to pay it.”
17:47 – IDF: Field Recon troops have killed dozens of Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon
“As part of the ground operations in southern Lebanon, the IDF said its Field Reconnaissance units are operating in order to gather intelligence to direct IDF aerial and ground activity.”
“Since the beginning of Operation Roaring Lion, IDF soldiers have identified and eliminated dozens of Hezbollah terrorists. The troops have also dismantled dozens of terrorist infrastructure sites, including weapons storage facilities, anti-tank positions, observation posts, and subterranean shafts.”
“In one incident earlier this week, the troops identified and targeted two armed Hezbollah terrorists in the Bint Jbeil area.”
16:44 – Israeli forces struck Hezbollah-run gas stations financing terrorist activity in Lebanon
Overnight, the IDF struck Hezbollah-controlled Al-Amana Fuel Company gas stations in southern Lebanon, describing them as “fundamental economic infrastructure” that generates millions for the group’s terror activity.
“The abuse of these gas stations is another example of Hezbollah’s exploitation of Lebanese civilians to advance terror attacks against IDF troops and the State of Israel,” the IDF statement said.
“The strikes aim to degrade Hezbollah’s military capabilities, disrupt its ability to plan attacks, and target its entrenchment within civilian areas.”
16:07 – Multiple impact sites reported from Iranian missile with suspected cluster warhead
Multiple impact sites were reported after central Israel was targeted by an Iranian missile suspected of carrying a cluster warhead.
Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency service, treated and evacuated three lightly injured Israelis in Petah Tikva, a man (44) and two children (12 and 13), to Beilinson Hospital.
Images emerging from the scenes show heavy damage at a number of locations.
15:33 – IRGC calls for evacuation of Gulf oil facilities in response to Israeli strikes
In response to Israeli strikes on Iran’s South Pars and Asaluyeh oil and gas facilities, the Revolutionary Guards have called for the evacuation of oil facilities across Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar, Iranian state media reported.
Qatar’s MFA Spokesperson, Majed al-Ansari, issued a sharp condemnation of the Israelis strikes on Iran’s South Pars field, an extension of Qatar’s North Field, calling it “dangerous and irresponsible”.
15:02 – Israel strikes Iranian gas facilities in the south
The Israeli Air Force has struck Iranian gas infrastructure in the country’s south, according to Israeli officials and local reports.
The strike targeted the South Pars and Asaluyeh oil and gas facilities, which includes Iran’s “largest gas processing facility,” an Israeli official told The Times of Israel.
An Israeli source familiar with the matter told KAN News the strike was carried out in coordination with the U.S.
14:35 – Trump suggests ‘finishing off’ Iran, letting Gulf countries lead Hormuz Strait
In a post on ?, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested “finishing off what’s left of the Iranian Terror State” and letting the countries that use the Strait of Hormuz – an apparent reference to Gulf states – ?take charge of it, saying the move would get “non-responsive ‘Allies'” in gear.
Over the past few days, Trump has been trying to raise support from allies for creating a naval force to secure the critical Strait of Hormuz, enabling safe passage for vessels carrying oil, natural gas, and fertilizer products needed for many countries around the world.
So far, no country has publicly expressed a willingness to join such a coalition.
14:08 – Funeral procession held for Iranian Security Chief & Basij Commander
A funeral procession for Iranian security chief Ali Larijani and Basij Commander Gholamreza Soleimani took place in Tehran’s Revolutionary Square on Wednesday, after Israeli authorities announced their elimination in airstrikes on Monday night.
Regime-supporting Iranians filled the square to mourn Larijani and Soleimani, as well as 84 members of the Iranian Navy killed in U.S. strikes on the Dena destroyer.
13:25 – Shin Bet and IDF eliminate senior Hamas moneyman in Lebanon
The Shin Bet and the IDF announced that on Sunday they eliminated a senior Hamas operative who led the terrorist group’s fundraising apparatus in Lebanon.
An Israeli strike in the Lebanese city of Sidon killed Wissam Mustafa Hussein Taha, whom the Shin Bet said was responsible for raising “hundreds of millions of dollars worldwide for Hamas,” funds used to support “terrorism, military buildup, and salaries for operatives in the military wing.”
12:42 – Ramat Gan couple killed by Iranian missile named
The names of the man and woman killed overnight in the Iranian missile attack on Ramat Gan have been released: Yaron and Ilana Moshe.
The couple, in their 70s, were apparently on their way to the shelter when the missile struck their apartment, resulting in their deaths.
Footage: Yaron and Ilana Moshe’s apartment after the strike
12:33 – IDF eliminates Iranian intelligence minister
Defense Minister Israel Katz said that Operation Roaring Lion has entered a decisive phase, announcing the elimination of Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib on Tuesday night and intensified strikes on Iran.
Katz described Khatib as heading the regime’s “internal assassination and suppression apparatus” and “promoting external threats.”
“Significant surprises are expected today across all fronts, which will escalate the war we are waging against Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon,” Katz added.
Notably, Katz said that he and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have “authorized the IDF to neutralize any senior Iranian official who has been identified as a target through intelligence and operational channels, without the need for further approval. We will continue to neutralize and hunt them all down.”
“Israel’s policy is clear and unequivocal: No one in Iran is immune, and everyone is a target,” he affirmed.
12:09 – UAE slams ‘unprovoked Iranian terrorist attacks’ after 2,000+ strikes leave 8 dead
The UAE Ministry of Defense released an operational snapshot of Iranian missile and drone attacks on the country since the end of February, detailing 2,001 projectiles – including 314 ballistic missiles and 15 cruise missiles – most of which were intercepted by the Emirati Air Force.
The strikes have left 8 dead: 6 civilians and 2 UAE Armed Forces personnel, and 157 with minor injuries.
In a post on ? sharing the figures, the Ministry condemned the “unprovoked Iranian terrorist attacks,” warning that it will “not tolerate any attempt to compromise its security or territorial integrity.”
11:36 – IDF destroys 80 Hezbollah infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon
Over the past week, the IDF has dismantled 80 Hezbollah terror infrastructure sites in southern Lebanon, the spokesperson announced on Wednesday.
The estimate comes as troops from the 300th Brigade (responsible for the Israel-Lebanon border), under the 146th Reserve Division, continue targeted operations in southern Lebanon aimed at “strengthening the forward defensive posture and preventing the buildup and reestablishment of the Hezbollah terrorist organization.”
10:44 – IDF: Wave of strikes hit Hezbollah overnight, thwarting part of planned large-scale attack
“Yesterday (Tuesday), the Hezbollah terrorist organization launched dozens of projectiles toward Israeli territory. Prior to the launches, the IDF had identified early preparations and initiated a wave of strikes to disrupt the terrorist organization’s preparations.”
“This included preventative strikes on launchers, weapons storage sites and operational command centers. With the beginning of the Hezbollah attacks, the IDF rapidly identified and struck launchers and terrorist operatives that had fired the projectiles. Combined, these efforts reduced the scope of fire towards Israel.”
In response, the IDF said it struck “weapon storage sites and command posts” in Tyre, as well as sites of the Al-Qard Al-Hasan Association, the financial arm of Hezbollah, and terrorists in Beirut. Combined Air Force and Navy strikes targeted Imam Hussein Division command centers in southern Lebanon.
“The IDF will continue to operate with determination against the Hezbollah terrorist organization, which chose to join the war and operate under the sponsorship of the Iranian terror regime. The IDF will not allow harm to Israeli civilians.”
10:26 – WATCH: IDF killed Hamas commander in Gaza strike overnight
“Yesterday (Tuesday), the IDF struck and eliminated the terrorist Yahya Abu Labda, a commander in Hamas’ supply and logistics department,” the Israeli military announced.
“Abu Labda was responsible for purchasing and transporting military equipment and weapons for the Hamas terrorist organization’s military wing. Abu Labda transported dozens of tons of raw materials to manufacture rockets, as well as advanced electronic components to advance Hamas’s manufacturing capabilities. The equipment was subsequently used by Hamas during the October 7th attack.”
“IDF troops in the Southern Command will continue to operate to prevent Hamas’ military buildup efforts and to remove any threat to the State of Israel and its residents.”
10:08 – IDF tried to assassinate Iranian Intelligence minister overnight
Israel attempted to eliminate Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmaeil Khatib overnight in Iran, Israeli officials told Israeli outlets. “We are waiting for the results of the strike, but it looks good,” an official said.
Meanwhile, the opposition-linked news outlet Iran International reports that the elimination was successful.
09:42 – IDF renews call to evacuate entire southern Lebanon up to Zahrani River
The IDF renewed an existing evacuation order for the whole of southern Lebanon, up to the Zahrani River. In the past, the IDF had urged civilians south of the Litani River to evacuate, and the order to flee north of the Zahrani was unprecedented.
“Hezbollah’s terror activities are forcing the IDF to act forcefully against it in that area, and it does not intend to harm you,” IDF Arabic Spokesman Col. Avichay Adraee said.
“Airstrikes are ongoing, as the IDF is operating with great force in the area. Therefore, for your safety, we again urge you to evacuate your homes immediately and move at once to the north of the Zahrani River,” he said.
“Any movement southward may put your lives at risk,” Adraee added.
08:50 – Health Ministry says 192 hospitalized in past 24 hours
The Health Ministry says that 192 injured people have been hospitalized in the past 24 hours due to the conflict with Iran and Hezbollah.
Since the beginning of the war, 3,727 people have been admitted to hospitals due to injuries, with 74 still hospitalized.
08:45 – Israeli airstrikes reported in Bekaa
Lebanese National News reported Israeli airstrikes in the town of Samar, in the Bekaa region. No evacuation warnings were given before the strikes.
07:35 – IAF struck several sites of the IRGC in Tehran Tuesday
The Israel Air Force carried out “extensive strikes” in Tehran on Tuesday, the IDF announced this morning.
Among the sites struck were: a command center of the Revolutionary Guards’ security unit, responsible for handling protests and public order disturbances in Iran; a maintenance center of the Supply and General Support Division of the Internal Security Forces; and a command center belonging to the ballistic missile array.
07:15 – Iran says it executed Israeli spy, who ‘gave information to Mossad’
The Iranian regime executed a man convicted of spying for Israel, the judiciary said. This marks the first such execution since the start of the Iran war.
“The death sentence of a spy for the Zionist regime, who had been providing images and information about the country’s sensitive locations to Mossad officers, was carried out this morning,” the judiciary’s Mizan Online website announced.
The man was identified as Kouroush Keyvani. According to the report, he was arrested during the 12-day Israel-Iran war last June.
05:50 – IDF strike destroys building in Beirut
An Israeli airstrike on an apartment building in Bachura, central Beirut, which the IDF had warned residents to evacuate about an hour earlier, completely destroyed the building, Lebanese media reports.
05:05 – IDF conducts airstrikes in southern Lebanon
The IDF launched a series of strikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon following Hezbollah rocket fire into northern Israel earlier this morning.
04:15 – Pezeshkian’s son decries assassinations of Iranian officials
The son of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Yousef, wrote a post on Telegram, complaining about Israel’s assassinations of top leaders, the Associated Press reported.
“We should not have allowed the enemy to be able to carry out another successful assassination,” he wrote.
“If we cannot stop the Zionists’ assassination machine, we will suffer a defeat.”
04:05 – IDF issues evacuation warning in Beirut
IDF Arabic Spokesman Col. Avichay Adraee issued an evacuation order for a building in Beirut, Lebanon, which he said is being used by Hezbollah.
“To everyone present in the building marked in red on the attached map and the adjacent buildings: You are located near a facility affiliated with the terrorist Hezbollah organization, which the Israel Defense Forces will act against,” the warning said. “Out of concern for your safety and the safety of your family members, you must evacuate the specified building and those adjacent to it immediately and stay away from them by a distance of at least 300 meters.”
02:55 – IAEA says missile hit Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant
The International Atomic Energy Agency says it received a report from Iran that its Bushehr nuclear power plant complex had been hit by a projectile, the Associated Press reports.
“The IAEA has been informed by Iran that a projectile hit the premises of the Bushehr NPP on Tuesday evening,” the IAEA said. “No damage to the plant or injuries to staff reported.”
02:45 – Iran says heavy missile attack to Tel Aviv area revenge for killing of Larijani
Iran targeted Tel Aviv with missiles carrying cluster warheads in what it said was retaliation for Israel’s assassination of Ali Larijani, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Iranian state television reported on Wednesday.
01:10 – U.S. strikes Iranian missile sites near Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said its forces struck hardened Iranian missile sites along Iran’s coastline near the Strait of Hormuz. “The Iranian anti-ship cruise missiles in these sites posed a risk to international shipping in the strait,” it stated.
01:00 – The two people injured in the Ramat Gan attack have died
The two people injured in the missile attack on Ramat Gan, a man and a woman in their 70s who were outside the bomb shelter, have been pronounced dead by Magen David Adom emergency services.
00:55 – Damage to Tel Aviv train station reported from Iranian missile attack
Damage was reported to the Tel Aviv Savidor train station following the latest Iranian missile attack.
Israel Railways said service has temporarily been suspended due to damage to the platforms at the station.
00:48 – Two people reported critically injured in Ramat Gan, following latest Iranian missile attack
Two people were reported in critical condition after cluster munitions and shrapnel from an Iranian ballistic missile struck the central Israeli community of Ramat Gan.
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