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UAV event in Iran, Islamic Republic of on Wed 18th March 2026

18th March 2026

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On 18 March 2026, afternoon, Israel forces struck several refineries, tanks, and gas facilities in Asaluyeh Energy Complex (Asaluyeh, Bushehr). Phases 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 17, and 18 were damaged, along with the Asaluyeh Green Reservoirs. (coded as air/drone strikes by default). This complex is a multi-phase industrial zone tied to the South Pars gas field and represents the central South Pars onshore processing complex. Israel and the United States launched a joint operation codenamed 'Roaring Lion' by Israel and 'Epic Fury' by the United States on 28 February 2026. Casualties unknown.

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