US, Israel launch attack on Iran as Trump announces 'major combat operations'

[Talyn]

Former CENTCOM Commander's Candid Take On The Situation In The Strait Of Hormuz

Retired Army General Joseph Votel offers unique insights into what it will take to wrestle the Strait of Hormuz from Iran's clutches.

www.twz.com

 

[Talyn]

Likely a MANPADs hit based on this IR view of the hit. The F-35 has a BIG heat signature.

https://militarywatchmagazine.com/article/iran-orders-russian-triseeker-missile

 

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Iran Update Special Report, March 19, 2026

Israeli strikes on Iranian internal security forces have likely caused shock and confusion within the Iranian apparatus.

understandingwar.org

 

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Updates

USS Boxer The Second Amphibious Assault Ship Now Heading To Middle East

With two Amphibious Ready Groups heading to the Middle East, there is increasing speculation that the U.S. will try to seize Iran's strategic Kharg Island.

www.twz.com

B-52s Launch from RAF Fairford with Impressive Cruise Missile Payload

U.S. Air Force strategic bombers deployed to RAF Fairford continue to participate in Operation Epic Fury, with near-daily flights from both the B-1s and

theaviationist.com

 

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With the potential for taking an island in the Straits, we will see if the new Corps mission is a viable one. Remember, he took all armor and most of the arty away because we would hunker down on islands in the Pacific, armed with missiles. I certainly don’t want any of my brother Marines hurt, but trying the new mission against Iran rather than China would be a great test case!