“New regional power confirmed”: Iran says Operation True Promise 4 shook Israel
The conflict in the Middle East region has reached a critical turning point, with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issuing a highly controversial statement regarding the ‘Operation True Promise 4’ operation.
The Iranian defense forces officially said in a statement that this massive attack has completely changed the balance of power in the region in their favor.
The powerful statement issued by the Iranian defense forces:
“The war dynamics against our enemies have now changed decisively. This attack is not just a response to the actions of the United States or Israel. This is a new assertion of power in the region.”
Background and impact of ‘Operation True Promise 4’:
Launched in early March 2026, this operation is considered one of the largest and most organized military operations in the Middle East region in recent history. According to Iran, their attacks have used sophisticated hypersonic and ballistic missiles such as ‘Fattah’ and ‘Emad’, as well as thousands of drones that can evade radar systems.
The primary targets of these attacks were critical military and energy infrastructure in Israel, as well as US military bases in the region.
What does Iran’s statement imply?
This new statement from the Iranian IRGC force is not just a military report, but is seen by analysts as a political and strategic message.
1. “The dynamics of war have changed”: This means that the air power and technological superiority previously enjoyed by Israel and the US are now being challenged by Iranian missile and drone technology.
2. “Not just a response”: Iran previously carried out attacks in retaliation for the killing of its officials or attacks on embassies. But now they say this is their strategic “pre-emptive” move or a show of their full power.
3. “Confirmation of new power”: Iran has informed the international community and its enemies through this attack that it is the main power in the Middle East region.
International reactions:
This statement by Iran and Operation True Promise 4 have reached a peak in regional tensions. Although Israel has not yet released official figures on the damage caused by the strikes, Iranian media reports that several major Israeli air bases have been rendered completely inoperable.
The United States has pledged to defend its allies in the region and has strongly condemned Iran’s “aggressive behavior.” However, military experts say that even US Patriot radar systems have been challenged by Iranian missile systems such as the Fattah.
