Analysis & Reports

Iran's F-14 Tomcat fleet is currently under pressure from U.S.-Israeli air superiority during Operation Epic Fury in March 2026. The fleet, consisting of 41 F-14D/E/RF airframes, has a historical kill ratio of 130-4 from the Iran-Iraq War. Five F-14s were previously destroyed in Israeli airstrikes, but no new losses have been reported in the ongoing conflict.

An Israeli F-35I fighter jet shot down an Iranian Yak-130 over Tehran during a brief air combat. This incident marks the first kill of a manned fighter jet by an F-35. The engagement occurred amid the ongoing 'Epic Fury' military operation, which involves joint U.S.-Israeli strikes against military targets in Iran. The Israeli Air Force has conducted around 1,600 raids into Iran since the operation began on February 28, 2023.

An Israeli F-35I fighter jet shot down an Iranian Yak-130 over Tehran during a brief air combat on February 28, 2023. This incident marks the first kill of a manned fighter jet by an F-35. The action occurred amid the ongoing 'Epic Fury' military operation, where the Israeli Air Force has conducted extensive airstrikes against military targets in Iran.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched missile and drone strikes against U.S. and Israeli targets on October 4, including over 40 missiles and 230 drones. Attacks were reported in Tehran, Bushehr, and southern cities like Abadan and Shiraz, with significant damage to military and civilian infrastructure. The IRGC confirmed strikes on U.S. naval vessels in the Indian Ocean.

Iran launched a massive assault involving 174 ballistic missiles and 689 drones against the UAE and other GCC states from February 28 to March 2, 2026. The attacks resulted in significant damage to civilian infrastructure and military targets, prompting a unified condemnation from Gulf capitals. The crisis has raised questions about the effectiveness of US military presence in the region and the future of Gulf security architecture.

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The Israeli Air Force conducted airstrikes on military targets in Isfahan and Shiraz from the night of the 3rd to the early hours of the 4th. The strikes successfully hit over 20 targets, including facilities storing Qader missiles, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles, resulting in the destruction of dozens of these munitions.

U.S. military operations against Iran escalated from March 2-4, 2023, resulting in six U.S. personnel killed and 18 injured. President Trump indicated the possibility of deploying ground troops if necessary. Iran retaliated with over 700 drone and missile attacks on U.S. and Israeli targets, leading to significant military losses for the U.S. and prompting evacuation orders for American citizens in the Middle East.

An Israeli F-35I fighter jet shot down an Iranian Yak-130 aircraft during an aerial engagement over Tehran on Wednesday. This incident marks the first fighter-to-fighter engagement in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. The Yak-130 was reportedly conducting patrol missions and was armed with short-range air-to-air missiles. Israeli forces have been actively targeting Iranian military capabilities in recent days.

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to have destroyed three U.S. THAAD missile defense systems at Muwaffaq Salti Base in Jordan. In retaliation, Iran launched over 500 ballistic missiles and deployed more than 2000 drones against U.S. and Israeli targets. U.S. Central Command reported extensive military operations, striking nearly 2000 Iranian targets and resulting in significant casualties, including six U.S. service members killed.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched over 40 missiles targeting U.S. and Israeli positions in Iran's latest operation, named 'Real Commitment-4'. This attack occurred hours ago and marks the 17th wave of strikes against these targets.

Iran launched two ballistic missiles at Qatar on March 3, 2023, with one missile striking the U.S. Al Udeid Air Base. Qatar's defense system successfully intercepted the second missile, and there were no reported casualties from the attack.

Iran launched over 1,200 projectiles at Gulf states, including 332 drones and 28 ballistic missiles targeting the UAE on March 1, 2026. The UAE successfully intercepted 165 ballistic missiles and 541 drones, while Kuwait reported similar interceptions. This unprecedented aerial assault has tested regional air defense systems and prompted a reevaluation of security alignments among Gulf nations. The conflict has also led to a temporary diplomatic unity among previously divided Gulf monarchies in response to the Iranian threat.

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The U.S. military is concerned about the depletion of air defense interceptors amid ongoing conflicts with Iran. On February 28, 2024, the U.S. and Israel conducted airstrikes against Iranian military targets to weaken Iran's missile and drone retaliation capabilities. The Pentagon is focused on replenishing stocks of Patriot and Standard missiles, while Israel faces its own ammunition supply issues. If the conflict persists, the U.S. may utilize stocks from the Pacific region.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched Qader-380 missiles, striking a U.S. destroyer and an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean on March 4, 2025. The attack occurred while the oil tanker was refueling the destroyer, resulting in a fire on both vessels. The Qader-380 missile, which has a range exceeding 1000 km, was publicly revealed by the IRGC earlier this year.

U.S. Central Command has initiated military operations against Iranian targets, striking nearly 2,000 locations as of March 4, 2023. Over 50,000 U.S. troops, 200 aircraft, and two aircraft carriers are involved in these operations. Iran has retaliated with over 500 ballistic missiles and 2,000 drones. The U.S. is actively seeking to neutralize Iran's remaining missile capabilities.

The Israeli Air Force has conducted airstrikes against Iranian military targets, destroying approximately 300 missile launchers since the start of military operations. In total, around 4000 bombs were dropped, and over 1600 aircraft sorties were executed, targeting facilities of the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran and Lebanon.

Hezbollah attacked an Israeli military base in Metula on March 3, hitting a Merkava tank with a guided missile. This action was in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Lebanese towns, including areas near Beirut. Additionally, Hezbollah launched rockets and drones at an Israeli missile defense base south of Haifa, responding to the killing of Iranian leader Khamenei and ongoing Israeli aggression.

The Israeli Air Force conducted airstrikes on the Iranian presidential palace and other significant government buildings in Tehran on the night of October 3. Approximately 100 fighter jets dropped over 250 bombs, destroying the circular roof of the presidential palace and targeting the headquarters of the Iranian National Security Council among other sites.

The Iranian Navy has declared full control over the Strait of Hormuz as of March 3, 2023, with more than ten oil tankers reportedly hit by artillery shells. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy warned that the Strait is in a state of war, and vessels are prohibited from passing through. Despite warnings, multiple oil tankers were struck and set ablaze.

The U.S. Navy has fired over 400 Tomahawk missiles in three days during Operation Epic Fury against Iran, significantly depleting its stockpile. Current production rates are insufficient to replenish the inventory, leading to concerns about future military capabilities. The U.S. military's stockpile is estimated at 4,000 to 4,150 missiles, with production struggling to keep pace with operational demands. Raytheon is working to increase production to address these challenges.