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strikeAug 14, 2026

Israeli officials shocked by pace of Iran’s military recovery – media

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Israel shocked by pace of Iran’s military recovery – media Israeli defense officials have been shocked by the rapid recovery of Iran’s military capabilities since the heavy bombardment by the US and Israel in the opening stages of the conflict, the Jerusalem Post has reported.

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  • Russia TodayBy Russia Today

    Israel shocked by pace of Iran’s military recovery – media Israeli defense officials have been shocked by the rapid recovery of Iran’s military capabilities since the heavy bombardment by the US and Israel in the opening stages of the conflict, the Jerusalem Post has reported. Ea…

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President Trump told reporters on Friday that the U.S. military carried out limited strikes on targets in Iran, including an anti-aircraft device. These actions followed reports of explosions on Qeshm Island, Hengam Island, and the mainland area of Bandar Abbas.

The strikes mark the first U.S. military action since the midterm elections.

Location: Iran