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Breaking: Iran Strikes Back as US and Israel Suffer Heavy Losses in Escalating Conflict

In the ongoing conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel, new reports indicate significant losses for the US military. President Donald Trump confirmed that around 20 American aircraft have been lost so far, including one F-35, three F-15s, an F-18, an oil refueling tanker, and over a dozen MQ-9 Reaper drones. Despite these losses, all pilots survived and remain active. Simultaneously, Iran has intensified attacks on Israeli targets. Iranian missiles and drones struck ammunition depots and military installations in Yeshresh, Dimona, and the Negev region, triggering massive fires and explosions. Dimona, home to Israel’s nuclear plant, was placed on high alert, and sirens were sounded across Negev in response to the attacks. Te Aviv, often called the White City, also faced heavy missile strikes, resulting in destruction of multiple buildings, damage to vehicles, and evacuation of Ben Gurion Airport. The attacks mark one of the most dangerous waves Iran has launched against Israel, targeting northern, southern, and central cities, including Haifa and Israeli-occupied areas in Palestine. Iran continues its Operation “True Promise Four,” launching its 80th missile wave against US bases and Gulf nations, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and attempting to target Saudi Arabia. Hezbollah, backed by Iran, has also attacked northern Israel, including Haifa.

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