Reports related to demonstrations and public protests
Ismail Ahmadi, the head of intelligence for the Basij organization and deputy to Gholamreza Soleimani, was killed, according to a report by Tasnim News Agency, which is affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Ali-Mohammad Naini, spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, stated that missile production continues without reserve shortages during the war and hinted at future surprises for the enemy, emphasizing the sophistication and resilience of Iran's missile industry.
On March 29, air defense systems were activated in Tehran following reports of attacks on military centers, with explosions heard and a large target reportedly hit near Parchin. Additionally, strikes were reported against IRGC positions in Kerman and around Shazand Arak.
On March 19, 2026, at 1413Z, the IRGC's Shahid Borujerdi Logistic Support Headquarters in western Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran, was reportedly hit, with FIRMS confirming active fire at the coordinates 35.69516, 51.22417.
CENTCOM released satellite imagery showing significant damage at a surface-to-air missile facility in Karaj, located west of Tehran.
On January 12, 2026, the Bandar Lengeh customs area in southern Iran, a crucial transit point for weapons and goods for the Revolutionary Guards, was reportedly targeted.
During a press conference on Thursday evening, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that Iran has lost its ability to enrich uranium and produce ballistic missiles, asserting significant damage to Tehran's military capabilities. He also confirmed that Israel had unilaterally attacked Iran's South Pars gas field, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's request to refrain from further attacks.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Iran's attempt to close the Strait of Hormuz as a form of blackmail will fail, and Israel is supporting the United States' efforts to reopen the strategic waterway.
An image received by Iran International shows a Basij agent in Tehran taking shelter under a bridge on the evening of Thursday, March 18, due to fear of an Israeli drone attack.
The IRGC released video via state news channels showing its forces radioing ships at the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the strait is closed and no passage will be allowed.
The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, involving Iran and the United States, is disrupting global oil markets and increasing the risk of a worldwide recession.
On Thursday, CNN reported that a U.S. F-35 fighter jet conducting a combat mission over Iran made an emergency landing at an American airbase in the Middle East after being targeted by a shot believed to be from Iran; the aircraft landed safely and is under investigation by U.S. Central Command.
