In a defiant first act as Iran’s third Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei ordered a massive missile strike against Israel on the evening of Sunday, March 8, 2026, just two hours after his official appointment was announced by the Assembly of Experts.
The "barrage," characterized by the IRGC as a "salute to the new leadership," signaled a continuation of the hardline policies of his late father, Ali Khamenei.
Details of the Attack
The strike targeted several major Israeli cities and infrastructure hubs, marking an escalation in the week-long regional war:
Target Zones: Sirens were activated across Haifa, Tel Aviv, and the Galilee region as intercepted debris fell over populated areas.
Energy Infrastructure: Continuing the "infrastructure war," several missiles were reportedly aimed at the Haifa oil refinery and offshore gas platforms.
Iron Dome Activity: Israeli air defenses, supported by U.S. naval assets in the Mediterranean, were heavily engaged, intercepting the majority of the incoming projectiles
Casualties: Initial reports from Magen David Adom indicate minor injuries from shrapnel in northern Israel, though no direct fatalities have been confirmed as of Monday morning.
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