BREAKING: Israel F-35 SHOOTS Iran Jet; U.S. SINKS Submarine; Hezbollah Fires at Israel | TBN Israel
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Takeaways
- ❖An Israeli F-35 'Adir' shot down an Iranian Yak-130 fighter jet, a global first for the F-35.
- ❖US forces destroyed 17 Iranian naval vessels, including a submarine, and sank Iran's largest Navy ship, the Iris Denna.
- ❖The IDF implemented a 'launcher hunting' strategy, reducing Iranian missile launches by over 50% through continuous drone surveillance and rapid strikes.
- ❖France deployed its Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier to the Middle East, signaling European military involvement in defending Gulf States.
- ❖Reports suggest Mojtaba Khamenei was chosen as the next Supreme Leader, while the CIA reportedly plans to arm Kurdish forces for an internal ground raid in Iran.
- ❖Hezbollah escalated attacks by launching rockets towards central Israel, prompting intense IDF strikes in Lebanon, including Beirut.
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1F-35 Achieves First Manned Aircraft Kill Against Iranian Jet
An Israeli F-35I 'Adir' fighter jet shot down an Iranian Yak-130, marking the first time an F-35 has engaged and destroyed a manned aircraft globally. The incident occurred when the Iranian jet entered an area where Israeli aircraft were operating, with a security source describing it as a 'mistake' by the Iranian pilot. The shootdown was carried out by an escort aircraft accompanying the Israeli formation.
An Israeli F-35 shot an Iranian fighter jet. This is the first time in history. () For the first time in the world, an F-35I Adir shot down a man fighter aircraft. This is an Iranian Yak 130. () The Iranians put it in the air in an area where there were Israeli aircrafts and a security source said that the Iranian pilot made a mistake and we brought him down. ()
2US Decimates Iranian Naval Power in Gulf and Beyond
US Central Command reported striking 2,000 targets in Iran and destroying 17 Iranian vessels, including a submarine. A major event involved an American submarine sinking the Iris Denna, Iran's largest Navy ship, near Sri Lanka, resulting in at least 101 missing and 78 wounded. These actions have effectively cleared the Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman of Iranian ships, severely impacting Iran's ability to project maritime power.
The United States destroyed an Iranian submarine and more than 17 Iranian vessels were sunk by the US Navy. () An American submarine sank the largest Iranian Navy ship, and more than 100 are missing. () The commander of the United States Central Command updated that his forces have already struck 2,000 targets in Iran. () He updated that 17 Iranian vessels were destroyed, including a submarine. () The Iranian Navy ship Iris Denna was attacked at sea near the coast of Sri Lanka. ()
3IDF's 'Launcher Hunting' Strategy Reduces Iranian Missile Fire by Over 50%
The IDF is systematically dismantling Iran's missile capabilities by focusing on lower command levels, production components, and decision points. Through 24/7 drone surveillance in Western Iran, launchers emerging from tunnels are identified and struck rapidly, often within minutes. This 'launcher hunting' method has led to a more than 50% drop in missile launches from Iran towards Israel compared to previous campaigns.
The IDF point to a drop of more than 50% in the missile launchers from Iran towards Israel. () The air force is focusing on lower level of command on production components on sites that hold the missile array and on decision points. () The drone array is over the area 24/7. The moment a launcher is identified coming out of a tunnel, a rapid strike is carried out. ()
4France Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Middle East Amid Escalation
France's Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier, equipped with 40 aircraft, advanced electronic systems, and air defensive missiles, is en route to the Middle East. This deployment aims to help defend the Gulf States against Iranian strikes, signaling a significant European military intervention and concern that the conflict is expanding beyond regional borders, potentially impacting global energy markets.
The French aircraft carrier with electronic systems, missiles, and 40 aircrafts, Charles de Gaul, is on its way to the Middle East. () France's presidents announced that the aircraft carrier and its task force will arrive in the area to help defend the Gulf States. () When a European aircraft carrier makes such a move, it is a sign that this war is crossing borders. ()
5Internal Iranian Leadership Shift and Reported CIA-Backed Kurdish Uprising Plan
Reports from Iranian opposition sources indicate that Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the eliminated Supreme Leader, was chosen to succeed him under pressure from the Revolutionary Guards, though this remains unconfirmed by the regime. Simultaneously, the CIA is reportedly advancing a plan to arm Iranian Kurdish forces for a ground raid in Western Iran, aiming to spark a popular uprising and undermine the regime's stability by forcing it to divert resources to an internal front.
Kame's son was chosen to succeed him as supreme leader. () Muchaba Kami, 57 years of age... was mentioned as a possible candidate for the leadership. For now, this is a report coming only from the Iranian opposition. () Reports of a secret American plan to arm Iranian Kurdish forces ahead of a ground raid in Western Iran. () The CIA is advancing such a move in coordination with the Trump administration with the aim of sparking a broad popular uprising. ()
6Hezbollah Extends Rocket Range to Central Israel, IDF Responds with Rapid Counter-Strikes
Hezbollah launched rockets towards central Israel for the first time in the current conflict, indicating an attempt to expand its operational range beyond the northern Galilee region. The IDF responded with intense strikes in Lebanon, including Beirut's Dahiya neighborhood, and implemented a rapid 'closing the loop' strategy, locating and striking launchers within 90 minutes of an attack to break Hezbollah's rate of fire and make each launch a direct risk.
Hisbala thought it was saving Iran. Instead, it became the next target. () We heard nonstop sirens throughout the night in many communities, especially in the upper Galilee following launches formed the Hisbala terrorist organization in Lebanon. () The Lebanese terrorist organization which decided to enter the campaign launched three missiles towards the central and the northern part of Israel. () In less than an hour and a half, the IDF located and struck the launcher from which the launches towards Kifine and Israeli city in the north and also central Israel were carried out. ()
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Notable Moments
An Israeli F-35 'Adir' shot down an Iranian Yak-130 fighter jet, marking the first recorded air-to-air kill by an F-35 globally.
This event demonstrates the advanced capabilities and operational dominance of the F-35 in a real-world combat scenario, significantly impacting air superiority dynamics in the region.
US forces sank Iran's largest Navy ship, the Iris Denna, near Sri Lanka, resulting in over 100 missing sailors.
This strike represents a major blow to Iran's naval power projection and symbolizes the vulnerability of its military assets even in distant waters, sending a clear message of non-immunity.
Reports emerged of a CIA-backed plan to arm Iranian Kurdish forces for a ground raid in Western Iran.
This indicates a potential strategy to open an internal front against the Iranian regime, forcing it to divert resources and potentially sparking a broader popular uprising, significantly altering the conflict's trajectory.
Hezbollah launched rockets towards central Israel, extending its range beyond the northern border for the first time in the current war.
This escalation signals Hezbollah's intent to broaden the scope of its attacks and challenge Israel's deeper defenses, increasing the threat level for civilian populations across Israel.
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