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IRGC: The Strait is closed. Any American vessel escorting tankers through Iranian-controlled waters will be treated as a hostile combatant. The US Navy should not test our resolve.

Iran's response has been directed solely and exclusively at US bases and assets.

Four ballistic missiles have successfully targeted the American aircraft carrier.

Iranian armed forces have attacked 60 strategic targets and 500 American and Zionist facilities, firing 700+ drones and hundreds of missiles.

IRGC had previously claimed striking USS Abraham Lincoln — denied by US officials.

IRGC: Drone strikes are 'first powerful steps' in the war. 230 drones launched at US facilities.

Missile launched from Iran crossed Iraqi and Syrian airspace before being intercepted. Target unclear — possibly Incirlik Air Base.

IRGC: Fired approximately 40 missiles at US and Israeli targets in latest retaliatory wave.

Iranian drones penetrated UAE defences — 8 drones landed inside the country despite 121 intercepted.

IRGC drones targeted UAE where foreign military forces are based. 8 drones penetrated defences.

IRGC launched cruise missiles and drones at Qatar, host of Al Udeid — largest US base in Middle East.

IRGC: 'Our night operations continue. The resistance will not surrender. Every night we strike, the enemies understand: Iran is not Iraq, and this is not 2003.'

IRGC Navy: 'We confirm the loss of a submarine in the Gulf of Oman. The crew died as martyrs. Every loss strengthens our resolve. We have more.'

IRGC Aerospace Force: 'Operation Dawn's Promise — 80+ drones launched at enemy bases. This is our sacred duty.'

No IRGC claim. Intelligence assessment: likely IRGC Navy mine-laying operation targeting anchored vessels near Kuwait.

The IRGC struck a US-flagged tanker in the northern Persian Gulf. The Strait of Hormuz is under full IRGC control. We have effectively closed it to enemy oil exports.

IRGC targeted US military infrastructure at Al Dhafra. Any country hosting US forces is a legitimate target.

IRGC launched a new ballistic missile salvo at Tel Aviv and surrounding areas. This is retaliation for continued US-Israeli bombardment of Iranian cities and civilian infrastructure.

Israel's threats against Qom — a holy city — will bring severe consequences. The IRGC will not abandon its positions.

IRGC operations against US military presence in the Gulf continue. Bahrain hosts the US Fifth Fleet and is a legitimate military target.

Iran will not allow terrorist groups to use Iraqi territory as a staging ground for attacks on Iranian soil. Preemptive action against PJAK and KDPI infrastructure is fully justified.

IRGC has not claimed the Dubai airport attack. Operations against Gulf state military infrastructure hosting US forces continue.

IRGC has not claimed the Dubai airport attack. Operations against Gulf state military infrastructure hosting US forces continue.

IRGC naval forces remain operational. Enemy claims of 42 ships destroyed are inflated propaganda. Iran's naval capabilities in the Gulf are intact and on high alert.

IRGC-linked forces struck Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait, destroying an Italian coalition UAV. Kuwait hosts US forces used in the campaign against Iran.

IRGC did not comment on the Abu Dhabi civilian fatality. Iranian state media did not report the Palestinian victim's nationality, framing the incident as collateral to 'legitimate military operations against UAE infrastructure hosting US forces.'

IRGC missile forces continue sustained retaliatory campaign against Israeli targets. 12 salvos since midnight. Iran's deterrent capability remains intact. The enemy will pay for every strike on Iran.

The Quds Force serves the Islamic Republic and its allies. The elimination of commanders will not break the resistance. Others will take their place. Hezbollah fights on.

IRGC missile forces continue strikes against Israeli population centres. Netanya targeted overnight. Iran's deterrent capability remains active despite enemy claims of depletion.

The IRGC pledges full loyalty to the new supreme leader as chosen by the Assembly of Experts. The Islamic Republic is unbroken. The resistance continues under new leadership.

IRGC missile forces struck military and strategic targets in central Israel. Operations continue at full tempo. The enemy will pay for every act of aggression against Iran.

The enemy struck our space and satellite facilities. The Khayyam satellite served the Islamic Republic and the resistance. The IRGC will continue to defend Iran's sovereignty and its people.

Ali Larijani: We will relentlessly avenge the blood of our Leader and our people. Trump must pay and will pay. The IRGC stands ready to defend the Islamic Republic against any threat to its leadership.

The IRGC mourns the martyrs of the resistance killed in the Zionist attack in Beirut. Every commander eliminated will be replaced. The Quds Force continues its mission.

The enemy has struck our Air Force headquarters. IRGC missile and drone forces continue to operate. Dispersed units maintain operational capability. The resistance does not depend on a single command node.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is ready for complete obedience and self-sacrifice in carrying out the divine commands of the Guardian Jurist of the time, His Eminence Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.

IRGC missile barrage at Qatar targeting Al Udeid and CENTCOM forward HQ.

The Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is recovering from wounds sustained in the Ramadan war. His authority is intact. IRGC carries out his commands. The enemy will not benefit from this knowledge.

IRGC confirms Tabriz command infrastructure was targeted. Units remain operational. IRGC will defend the Islamic Republic and extract full retribution for these attacks.

IRGC Navy is fully prepared to implement all defensive measures in Hormuz as ordered. Trump threats will not deter the Islamic Republic from protecting its strategic interests.

Kataib Hezbollah confirmed the death of Abu Ali al-Askari — security commander and spokesperson — without specifying cause of death. Secretary-general al-Hamidawi praised al-Askari's service and named a replacement, signaling operational continuity despite the loss of a second senior KH leader in four days.

IRGC dismisses CENTCOM warning as pretext for strikes on civilian infrastructure. Zolfaqari: Iran will target any vessel or tanker bound for the US or Israel. IRGC maintains operational presence at Iranian ports.

IRGC-aligned forces used explosive boats to attack Iraqi fuel tankers in Basra port waters, killing one worker and forcing Iraq to shut all oil terminals.

IRGC described the precision drone strike on Dubai as targeting infrastructure in UAE allied with the US-Israeli aggression.

IRGC continued drone operations targeting Gulf state infrastructure including Saudi diplomatic areas and Kuwaiti airspace.

Iranian forces continued attacks on UAE territory including explosions reported in downtown Dubai's residential areas.

IRGC continued ballistic missile fire at Israel — 4th salvo since midnight targeting Jerusalem, central and southern Israel.

Iranian forces continued targeting commercial shipping in Gulf waters near UAE Jebel Ali.

Iranian drone forces targeted Kuwait International Airport as part of ongoing campaign against Gulf state infrastructure allied with US-Israeli aggression.

IRGC missile operations continue targeting UAE as long as Abu Dhabi hosts US military forces used against Iran.

IRGC officer Abu Dharr Mohammadi was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut while serving as a coordination commander with Hezbollah forces.

IRGC continues executing Hormuz closure strategy as directed by Supreme Leader. Gulf infrastructure attacks ongoing across 5+ countries.

IRGC continues ballistic missile fire at Israel — 5th salvo since midnight. Coordinated with Hezbollah rocket attacks on Galilee.

IRGC drone struck UAE petroleum industrial zone as part of ongoing campaign against Gulf states hosting US forces.

Imam Hossein Division commander Ali Musallam Tabaja killed along with deputy and UAV commander in Israeli airstrike in Lebanon. Division operated alongside Hezbollah attacking Israel from Lebanese territory.

Basij paramilitary — subordinate to IRGC — struck at Tehran checkpoints by Israeli drones. Regime internal security apparatus targeted.

Khatam al-Anbiya: We will set the region's oil and gas on fire with the slightest attack on Iran's energy infrastructure and ports.

Iran fires new missile wave at Israel — Day 14 first salvo. IDF defensive systems active to intercept.

IRGC ballistic missile forces launched Day 14 salvo at Israel as part of the ongoing deterrence campaign.

IRGC drone operations targeting Gulf state infrastructure that supports US-Israeli aggression continued into Day 14.

IRGC vows to avenge the attack on the Ahvaz command center. Iran's response will come when and where the enemy does not expect it.

IRGC drone operations in Gulf region continue targeting US-allied infrastructure. Collateral impacts in adjacent nations result from operations targeting enemies of Iran.

The IRGC Navy's ballistic missile forces successfully struck the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier causing heavy damage and forcing the vessel to retreat from Gulf waters.

Iran confirms full operational control of the Strait of Hormuz. US and Israeli-affiliated vessels banned. Iran reserves all rights to use every available means to maintain this position.

IRGC drone operations targeting Gulf states supporting US-Israeli aggression continued with expanded operations on Day 14.

IRGC targeted US military assets at Incirlik Air Base. US forces operating from NATO facilities are legitimate targets while the US wages war on Iran.

The IRGC launched a new wave of precision missiles against Israeli military targets in retaliation for the ongoing Zionist genocide. Iran's resolve is unbroken.

The IRGC is adapting its missile doctrine to maximize impact on Zionist and American targets. Every missile fired is now a decisive blow. We do not waste our precision weapons on small targets.

IRGC operations against UAE territory supporting the Zionist-American aggression continue. The UAE's hosting of American military bases makes it a legitimate military target.

We have identified the USS Tripoli and its accompanying ships. Any attempt to approach Iranian territorial waters or the islands of the Persian Gulf will be met with full naval and missile response.

Any individual who cooperates with the American Rewards for Justice programme is a traitor to Iran and Islam. The IRGC will treat such collaboration as an act of espionage punishable by death.

Iran missile forces continue to strike. Our operations do not pause at night. The resistance will not stop until the aggression stops.

Iran's missile forces continue to strike the Zionist entity. Our operations do not pause at night. The resistance will not stop until the aggression stops.

The aggression against Kharg Island will not go unanswered. The IRGC will respond with force to protect Iran's sovereignty and national interests.

The IRGC is fully prepared to execute strikes on regional energy infrastructure if the enemy escalates against Iran's economic assets. Gulf states that host US forces bear responsibility for the consequences.

The Zionist enemy continues its criminal bombardment of the Iranian capital. The IRGC remains operational and will respond with full force.

The resistance axis has demonstrated again that US military and diplomatic assets across the region are within reach. The response to American escalation will continue.

The criminal Zionist regime threatens Iranian soil in the northwest. The IRGC is fully prepared to defend every inch of Iranian territory. Any strike on Tabriz will be answered.

The IRGC's precision strike on Prince Sultan demonstrates our ability to reach US air power assets wherever they operate. The refueling capability that sustains attacks on Iran has been degraded.

The martyrdom of resistance fighters will not weaken the axis. For every fighter killed, ten more will rise. The resistance in Iraq is unbreakable.

European nations are wise to seek direct arrangements with Iran. Those who respect Iranian sovereignty and interests will find Iran a reliable partner. Those who support aggression against Iran will face consequences.

IRGC forces continue to operate against military targets across the region. Al Udeid is a direct participant in attacks against Iran. Qatar's hosting of this base makes it a legitimate military objective.

The IRGC continues its missile campaign against the Zionist enemy. No territory or city in Israel is beyond our reach. The campaign will continue until the aggression against Iran ceases.

The Zionist enemy has struck the great city of Tabriz. The people of Azerbaijan will not forget this crime. The IRGC will respond with force. Every strike strengthens our resolve.

US military assets in UAE ports, docks and facilities are legitimate targets of IRGC operations. The UAE leadership must choose: remove American weapons from your territory or bear responsibility for what follows.

The criminal enemy murders our children. The blood of the martyrs of Eyvan will fuel the fire of resistance. The IRGC will avenge every innocent killed by this aggression.

Fujairah is one of the critical nodes through which American economic interests flow. The IRGC has the capability to disrupt energy infrastructure across the region that supports the aggression against Iran.

Hamas remains a valued member of the resistance axis. Iran's operations in the Gulf target American military infrastructure. We understand Hamas's concerns and will continue coordination with all resistance factions.

If the United States dares to strike Iranian oil and energy infrastructure, every American military asset across the region will be turned into a pile of ash. The IRGC has the capability and the will to carry out this promise.

The IRGC Navy operates with precision and discipline. Nations that respect Iranian sovereignty have nothing to fear in the Strait of Hormuz. Those who arm or support the aggressors face a different situation.

The Strait of Hormuz is under the full control of the IRGC Navy. We have the capability and the authority to determine who passes and who does not. Aggressors and their allies have been warned.

The IRGC's strikes against US military hideouts in the UAE continue. Our forces have the precision and the volume to overwhelm any air defence system. The UAE leadership must choose between hosting American aggression and protecting its people.

IRGC launched overnight missile wave at Israel — Day 18 first salvo. IDF shelter alerts issued.

The enemy claims to have destroyed our launchers, yet our missiles continue to reach every city in Israel. The IRGC maintains full operational capability. The enemy's claims are propaganda designed to mislead.

IRGC missiles have reached Eilat — Israel's southernmost city and Red Sea port. No location in Israel is beyond our reach. The campaign continues until the aggression against Iran ceases.

The martyrdom of our commanders only strengthens our resolve. For every officer killed, the IRGC's mission continues. The enemy believes it can paralyze us by killing leaders — it cannot. Iran's military command remains fully operational.

Iranian air defense forces nearly eliminated a Zionist fighter jet over Iranian territory. Our air defense systems remain operational and capable despite enemy attacks. Next time we will not miss.

The enemy kills our workers. The enemy kills our children. The IRGC will respond with full force. Every martyr from Isfahan will be avenged a hundredfold.

Let them come. The IRGC Navy is fully prepared to engage any foreign naval force that attempts to challenge Iranian control of the Strait. We have the weapons, the capability, and the will.

American aircraft attacked Iran from UAE bases. The UAE leadership chose to make their territory a launch pad for aggression against Iran. They will bear full responsibility for the consequences.

The IRGC stands fully behind the Islamic Republic's decision to reject a ceasefire on enemy terms. We do not negotiate under bombardment. The resistance continues until the last aggressor leaves our skies.

The IRGC has warned residents in the UAE to evacuate ports, docks, and US military locations. Iran does not target civilian buildings. Debris from UAE air defence interceptions is the UAE government's responsibility, not Iran's.

IRGC is conducting retaliatory operations against this evening assault on Tehran. The enemy will learn the cost of attacking our capital.

The IRGC stands ready to execute the Foreign Minister's warning. US energy infrastructure in the region is already in our targeting systems. The time and method of response will be chosen by the Islamic Republic.

The Supreme Leader is healthy and commanding our operations. Hegseth's claims are fantasy. The IRGC operates under clear leadership and our resolve is undiminished.

The IRGC operates under clear and continuous command. Trump's claim that our Supreme Leader is dead is a lie designed to demoralize the Iranian people and the resistance. Our operations continue at full strength.

The IRGC and its allies continue to strike legitimate targets across the region. Saudi Arabia's eastern province hosts American military and commercial infrastructure. It is within our operational reach.

IRGC fires missiles targeting Tel Aviv, central and northern Israel simultaneously — Day 18 expanded barrage.

IRGC-linked Iraqi militia groups (PMF) claimed responsibility for the drone and rocket attack on the US Embassy in Baghdad's Green Zone, framing it as resistance to 'American aggression against Iran.'

IRGC drone struck fuel tank near Dubai International Airport in response to UAE hosting US forces used against Iran.

IRGC drone operations targeting Saudi Arabia continue in response to the Kingdom's hosting of US forces supporting the attack on Iran.

IRGC launched a second wave of missiles at Qatar on Day 17 afternoon, targeting Al Udeid Air Base and CENTCOM forward headquarters.

IRGC security units conducted the arrests in West Azerbaijan province — 20 individuals detained for allegedly relaying military location data to Israeli intelligence, enabling precision strike coordinates.

IRGC drone campaign reached Riyadh on Day 17, targeting the Saudi capital directly for the first time — signalling no Gulf capital is beyond reach.

IRGC statement: Hormuz is 'firmly and dominantly' under IRGC authority and 'will not be opened to the enemies of this nation by the ridiculous displays of the US President.' Direct rejection of Trump's ceasefire condition.

Erbil Castrol strikes represent first confirmed execution of IRGC corporate deadline — Western commercial infrastructure targeted as warned. UK-owned Castrol (BP brand) aligns with IRGC stated rationale: retaliation for UK/Western support of US-Israeli operations.

No claim of responsibility for the Khor Fakkan vessel strike. Attack fits the IRGC pattern of unnamed projectile incidents on Gulf shipping.

IRGC executing second round of strikes on Qatar LNG. Previously named Ras Laffan among five Gulf energy targets after the South Pars strike.

IRGC executing strikes on SAMREF Yanbu as threatened. Previously issued evacuation order for SAMREF and Jubail as 'direct and legitimate targets.'

No claim of responsibility for the Ras Laffan vessel strike. Follows IRGC pattern of unnamed projectile attacks on Gulf shipping during the conflict.

IRGC proxy operation in Kuwait exposed. Hezbollah cell tasked with attacking vital Kuwaiti infrastructure — consistent with IRGC doctrine of activating regional proxies as the Gulf energy campaign escalates.

IRGC drone campaign expanded to Kuwaiti refineries. Mina Al-Ahmadi struck — one of West Asia's largest refinery facilities.

IRGC Mi-17 helicopter destroyed at Sanandaj airport. Continued degradation of IRGC rotary wing assets in western Iran.

IRGC naval assets targeted by US forces in and near the Strait of Hormuz. IRGC Navy has been conducting blockade-enforcement operations against allied shipping.

IRGC: Targeted oil refineries in Haifa and Ashdod with pinpoint missiles, along with security targets and military support centres. Part of retaliation energy campaign mirroring Israeli strike on South Pars.

IRGC launched new missile and drone attacks against Gulf states (UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia) and fired ballistic missiles at Jerusalem and northern Israel in early hours of Day 21, continuing the multi-front campaign despite claimed Israeli destruction of nuclear and missile infrastructure.

IRGC conducted drone strikes on Kuwait's Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery early Day 21, causing confirmed fire and unit shutdowns. Second direct hit on same target in 24 hours.

Gen. Naeini: 'Our missile industry score is 20... we are producing missiles even during war conditions. There is no particular problem in stockpiling.' Vowed war continues 'until the shadow of war is lifted from the country.'

IRGC continued ballistic missile fire at Israel on Day 21 morning — three attacks since midnight, targeting Jerusalem area and central Israel. No claims of specific targets.

IRGC air defense has shot down 12-20 Israeli UAVs over Iran during the war. No Israeli fighter jets claimed destroyed.

IRGC fired ballistic missile with cluster bomb warhead at central Israel. Submunitions impacted homes in Rehovot, setting one on fire. Multiple impact sites confirmed. First confirmed Iranian cluster munition use in the war.

No IRGC response to Ukrainian deployment. Ukraine's anti-drone expertise represents a new layer of Gulf air defense complicating Iran's drone campaign.

Iran's threats against Hormuz shipping have produced a de facto crude transit halt — zero crude tanker voyages in 24 hours. Iranian anti-ship capabilities remain a credible deterrent to commercial operators.

No immediate Iranian acknowledgment. Fragment landed in Jewish Quarter of Old City Jerusalem — one of the world's most religiously sensitive sites — as result of the 7th Iranian missile salvo of Day 21.

Iran-aligned PMF/Hashd al-Shaabi threat in Iraq has contributed to Western force reassessments. Poland's exit reduces NATO footprint available for Iraq-based operations.

Qaani (first statement since war): praised resistance front allies for 'fighting the US and Israel.' Quds Force commander breaks 21-day silence — signals proxy network remains active and Tehran expects continued engagement.

Iran-aligned PMF threat environment in Iraq has caused complete NATO personnel withdrawal. Iran achieves objective of removing Western advisory presence from Iraq.

Iran's Hormuz blockade has produced Iraqi force majeure — demonstrating the chokepoint strategy is creating systemic contractual disruption beyond price signals.

IRGC has previously threatened to target US carriers and military assets in the Gulf. An occupation of Kharg Island would put US forces in direct IRGC rocket and drone range with limited maneuver space.

IRGC continues launching missile salvos despite IDF assessment of 'degraded' western launch capability. Iran's 'fraction of firepower' claim suggests central and eastern launch sites remain operational.

IRGC: Will 'completely shut' the Strait of Hormuz if the US strikes Iran's energy/power plant sites. Iran has already largely choked the strait. Complete closure would be a step beyond current partial restriction — cutting all remaining transits including those currently permitted under Iran's IMO 'coordination' offer. Direct military counter-threat to Trump's 48-hour ultimatum.

No immediate PMF or IRGC response to the Baghdad strikes. PMF positions had been evacuated before the strikes — indicating advance warning or standard dispersal protocol after the airport attacks.

IRGC Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters claimed missile and drone strikes on Prince Sultan Air Base (Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia) and the US Fifth Fleet HQ (Manama, Bahrain). Prince Sultan cited as a US reconnaissance hub.

Iran has not publicly claimed the Riyadh attack separately from its Khatam al-Anbiya Prince Sultan statement. The Riyadh ballistic missile launch is consistent with IRGC's stated doctrine of striking Gulf capitals hosting US forces.

Iran Defence Council: any attack on Iranian coasts or islands will trigger mining of all Persian Gulf access routes with floating naval mines. 'The entire Persian Gulf will be practically blocked.' Responsibility attributed to threatening party.

IRGC formal statement: Iran will attack Israel's power plants and power plants supplying US bases in the Gulf if Trump obliterates Iran's power network. Statement issued ahead of 23:44 GMT Hormuz deadline.

Fars/IRGC denial contradicts Trump's back-channel claim. IRGC maintains its deterrence narrative: Iran's power plant threat forced US retreat, no talks required.

Iranian military spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaghari said on Monday that Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz and can enforce security 'without resorting to mine deployment,' according to Iranian state media. The statement partially walks back the earlier IRGC Supreme Council threat to mine the Persian Gulf, signaling Iran is calibrating its Hormuz posture as diplomatic back-channels with the US open via Pakistan, Egypt, and Gulf state intermediaries.

Isfahan hosts critical IRGC ballistic missile production. IAF strikes on production sites target Iran's ability to replace expended missiles — a strategic shift from destroying existing inventory to disrupting the rebuild pipeline.

Zolghadr is a senior IRGC figure taking direct charge of SNSC. The appointment consolidates IRGC influence over Iran's strategic decision-making at the peak of the conflict, reducing civilian political influence on military operations.

IRGC statement: 'We warn the regime's criminal army that if its crimes against civilians in Lebanon and Palestine persist, Israeli forces will be the target of heavy missile and drone strikes.' IRGC threatens to escalate tempo and weight of attacks in support of Lebanese and Palestinian civilians.

IRGC exerting growing influence over Iran's decision-making. The hardened ceasefire demands — Hormuz control, missile program untouched, compensation — reflect IRGC priorities, not civilian political compromise. Zolghadr's SNSC appointment formalizes this control.

Muhammad Ali Kourani, a Quds Force operative coordinating Iranian intelligence-directed attacks via Hezbollah in Lebanon, was killed in Israeli Navy strike. His elimination degrades the Iran-Hezbollah command coordination link in Beirut.

Iranian missile cell responsible for Arad attack (dozens wounded, 10 seriously on Day 22) eliminated in IDF airstrike on Day 24. IDF is conducting systematic targeted strikes against the personnel operating launch systems, not only the hardware.

Proxy or IRGC-coordinated drone strike on Kuwait Airport fuel infrastructure — no casualties. Consistent with Iran-aligned proxy targeting of Gulf state logistics and energy infrastructure. If Houthi-linked, demonstrates operational reach into Kuwait beyond previously confirmed targets.

Iran-aligned proxies continue targeting Saudi Arabia's Eastern Region oil infrastructure. 11 drones plus ballistic missile intercepted by Saudi air defenses — all destroyed. Sustained proxy pressure on Saudi energy sector signals Iran's intent to broaden economic warfare to Gulf state oil producers even as peace talks advance.

Iran-aligned proxies escalating to direct threat against US command infrastructure. Bahrain nationwide sirens follow Kuwait, Saudi Eastern Province proxy attacks. Iran's formal demand for US Gulf base closures issued same day as proxy strikes threaten those bases. Pattern suggests coordinated military-diplomatic pressure strategy.

IRGC (Fars): '88th wave of attacks targeting Israel and US military bases across the region. Strikes on Tel Aviv, Kiryat Shmona, Bnei Brak and military sites in northern Israel. US bases in Kuwait, Jordan and Bahrain also targeted.' Claim unconfirmed by independent sources.

IRGC Khatam al-Anbiya: 'Qader shore-based anti-ship cruise missiles and naval drone units struck the USS Abraham Lincoln. Carrier hit and forced to change position. Carrier strike group retreated.' Naval commander: 'USS Abraham Lincoln under constant monitoring; will be targeted upon entering missile range.' IRGC disputes US full-intercept claim.

IRGC: 'Successfully targeted an American F-18 fighter jet.' Video released via Press TV as proof. No US confirmation. Khatam al-Anbiya: 'You will settle the outcome of the war among yourselves. Even your politicians have suffered a mild concussion.'

No Iranian or IRGC statement confirming or denying Tangsiri's death has been issued. Tangsiri was quoted making statements about Hormuz enforcement as recently as March 25.

Iran-backed PMF militias are retaliating against US forces in Iraq following US airstrikes that killed PMF fighters. Kataeb Hezbollah, a US-designated terror group, is among the PMF members conducting attacks.

IRGC forces have laid defensive traps and reinforced Kharg Island with layered air defences including MANPADS. The island is Iran's primary oil export terminal and a central piece of Iran's economic leverage in the conflict.

IRGC controls Larak Island, Abu Musa Island, and Kharg Island defenses. All three locations have been reinforced during the conflict. Larak hosts radar systems and small attack boats used to enforce the Hormuz chokehold.

IRGC via state media: 'Shipping to and from ports of allies and supporters of the Israeli-American enemies is prohibited. The Strait of Hormuz is closed and any transit will face harsh measures.' Three ships turned back.

Ex-IRGC commander Mohsen Rezaei: 'Even if the whole world comes together, they cannot reopen the Strait of Hormuz.' IRGC maintains Hormuz blockade posture.

IRGC warning to regional industrial workers: Employees of industrial sites 'that have American shareholders as well as heavy industries allied with the Zionist regime' must leave their workplaces immediately. Retaliatory strikes vowed. The warning targets Gulf petrochemical, energy, and industrial facilities with US ownership.

IRGC has not officially claimed the Prince Sultan strike. The combined missile+drone attack pattern matches IRGC precision strike doctrine. Targeting US refueling aircraft demonstrates Iran's intent to degrade coalition air campaign logistics.

IRGC-linked European network suspected of Paris Bank of America foiled bombing — consistent with Iran's pattern of activating European sleeper/proxy cells against US-affiliated targets during the conflict. No formal Iranian claim.

IRGC: We targeted Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA, UAE) in retaliation for US-Israeli strikes that destroyed two Iranian steel plants. Industrial-for-industrial escalation ladder.

IRGC: 'If the US government wants its universities in the region to be free from retaliation, it must condemn the bombing of the universities in an official statement by 12 noon on Monday, March 30, Tehran time.' Warns students/staff to stay 1km from US campuses.

IRGC maintains Kharg Island and Hormuz coastal defenses as strategic assets; any US raid on Kharg Island would trigger IRGC's most severe escalation option

Navy chief Irani: USS Abraham Lincoln will be targeted with sea-to-sea missiles to avenge Dena warship if it enters firing range

Isfahan University of Technology strike: second hit on Iran's premier defense-engineering university — systematic targeting of academic-defense pipeline

Qa'im/Rutba interdiction severs IRGC's primary overland resupply route to Hezbollah and Syrian proxy forces at exactly the moment when both groups are under maximum combat pressure.

Khatam Al-Anbiya (Iran's military operational command): 'With trust in Almighty God, this war will continue until your humiliation, disgrace, permanent and certain regret, and surrender. Await our more crushing, broader and more destructive actions.' Direct response to Trump's 'Stone Age' threat.

IRGC claims EGA Abu Dhabi strike as retaliation for US-Israeli attacks on Iranian industrial infrastructure launched from Gulf military bases; describes facility as linked to US military and aerospace industry

Parliament speaker Ghalibaf (linked to IRGC): 'The enemy publicly sends messages of negotiation while secretly planning a ground attack — our men are waiting to set American soldiers on fire'

IRGC issued formal confirmation of Tangsiri's death; naval command succession not yet announced

IRGC military council taking all daily decisions — blocking government access to Mojtaba, presidential appointments, and diplomatic communications. IRGC now Iran's effective wartime ruler.

No immediate IRGC response; IRGC Navy — now leaderless after Tangsiri's death — controls mining and patrol operations in the strait

No specific IRGC claim for Thuraya strike; part of pattern of drone attacks on UAE infrastructure and communications

Trump's post implies Pezeshkian made the ceasefire request without IRGC coordination — consistent with reported power struggle. IRGC military council continues wartime operations while president seeks political exit.

IRGC executes third drone strike on Mina al-Ahmadi — demonstrating sustained precision targeting of Gulf petroleum infrastructure.

Lt. Col. Zolfaghari (Khatam Al-Anbiya): 'The centers you think you have targeted are insignificant, and our strategic military productions take place in locations of which you have no knowledge and will never reach.' Iran claims hidden production and storage capacity remains intact.

IRGC formal statement: US-Israel strikes did NOT decimate missile production centers, long-range drones, air defenses, or electronic warfare systems. 'You know nothing about our vast and strategic capabilities.'

IRGC Basij force has begun accepting volunteers as young as 12 years old into its ranks as part of national defense mobilization campaign. Consistent with Qalibaf's 7 million volunteer figure and broader state mobilization drive.

IRGC countered Cooper's assessment same day: strikes 'did not decimate' missile production, drones, air defenses or electronic warfare systems. 'You know nothing about our vast and strategic capabilities.' Direct public contradiction of CENTCOM assessment.

IRGC Quds Force manages extensive financial networks for regional proxies. Financial HQ strikes follow pattern of targeting proxy-enabling infrastructure alongside direct military assets.

IRGC confirmed Eshaghi's killing on April 1 (D33). He was an advisor to the chief of staff of Iran's armed forces. No formal IRGC statement on retaliation for this specific killing.

IRGC (state media): 'We targeted an Amazon cloud computing center in Bahrain in retaliation for attacks on Iran.' First explicit IRGC claim of targeting Western commercial cloud infrastructure during the conflict.

IRGC targets Shuaiba water/power infrastructure — expanding campaign against Kuwait critical infrastructure.

IRGC executes ballistic missile attack on northern Israel — demonstrating continued launch capability on Day 35 despite US/Israeli strikes.

IRGC vows response to strike on Red Crescent facility — protected humanitarian emblem deliberately targeted by enemy.

Khatam al-Anbiya HQ claims second US F-35 shot down over central Iran — 'low chances of pilot survival.'

IRGC's continued Day 35 ballistic missile launches toward Israel and drone campaign against Gulf states validate assessment of substantial retained capability.

IRGC monitors USS Ford departure from Croatia — carrier's return to Arabian Sea heightens threat level for IRGC naval and missile units.

Tasnim/Fars: Iranian forces foiled US rescue attempt for downed pilot — helicopter forced back under fire; C-130 also involved. Iranian media claims pilot captured.

IRGC confirmed ground fire hit a US rescue helicopter and closed off Kohgiluyeh area in search for missing US aviator. Iranian forces racing to reach the navigator before US SAR teams.

IRGC naval forces: drone struck MSC Ishyka (Israel-linked vessel) in Strait of Hormuz; ship caught fire.

The enemy will face devastating consequences for targeting civilian and transport infrastructure. Our defensive capabilities remain active and our response is being prepared.

Restraint is over. We will target US and partner infrastructure across the region. Regional oil and gas supplies will be disrupted for years.

IRGC dismissed Trump's blockade as 'excessive rhetoric' and warned US warships they would face a 'deadly vortex' if they attempted to enforce it.

IRGC warned Americans will soon be nostalgic for $4-5 gas prices as a result of Trump's blockade. Called the economic impact a deliberate US tactic and warned of retaliatory measures.