Israel launched airstrikes against Iranian military targets in western and central Iran on June 8, 2026, marking the first direct military action against Iranian soil since the two nations observed an April 8 ceasefire. The strikes came less than 24 hours after Iran fired ballistic missiles at northern Israel, specifically targeting the Ramat David Airbase on June 7.

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What happened and why it matters

The Israeli Air Force used air-launched ballistic missiles to strike targets across two geographic zones in Iran. The operation targeted military installations belonging to the Iranian regime, though specific facility names have not been disclosed.

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