Thursday, March 19, 2026

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Videos received of air defense activity in the east and southeast of #Tehran 📡 @VahidOnline

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Audio received from a sender who wrote they just heard this in 'west Tehran'. I don't know which part of Tehran the sound is from. Another message: we are between Yaftabad and Valiasr Town and we heard this sound. 📡 @VahidOnline

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Unconfirmed messages received that likely all relate to air defense sounds: At 8:25 intense air defense sound, Tehranpars Vahid. At 8:51 continuous and more intense air defense than before toward Tehranpars. Until now air defense sound toward Tehranpars has never been this loud and close. Continuous air defense sound from Tehranpars. From Azgol Tehran continuous air defense sound, fighter jets and several explosions. It's been over an hour now. The explosions aren't close but aircraft sound is very close. Explosion sound from the northeast. This time less sound and air defense of course toward Tehran, Lavisan, Shian - air defense and explosion sounds coming. At 20:50 sound resembling air defense but relatively distant, heard from Niloufar Tehran. Heavy and barrage-like air defense toward Mehran Khajeh Abdullah. 20:55 fighter jet sound right now Arak [I had no other message.] Air defense sound toward Piroozi also heard at 20:55. Again right now air defense in Tehranpars 20:58. Again at 8:58 close air defense sound Ray city. Air defense and explosion sound toward west Tehran at 8:57. Explosion sound coming - we're in west Tehran. Near Mehrabad Airport. It's been several hours without any explosion sounds, yet everyone says explosion sounds are coming from west Tehran. Maybe it was distant for us. The last explosions today that we heard were 2 that hit Mehrabad itself around 9 AM and reports came about it too. 📡 @VahidOnline

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Donald Trump, the US President, said in a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister: We could have destroyed everything, but we have targeted the Islamic Republic's military capability and we are ahead of schedule. @VahidHeadline Donald Trump, responding to a question about the possibility of sending US forces into Iran, said: "No, I'm not sending military forces anywhere. If I wanted to do that, I wouldn't tell you." Reuters news agency reported hours earlier that reports indicate the Donald Trump administration is considering deploying thousands of military personnel to the Middle East and expanding operations against Iran. @VahidHeadline 📡 @VahidOnline

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Donald Trump, the US President, said on Thursday that he told Benjamin Netanyahu not to attack Iran's energy fields and added that the Israeli Prime Minister has also agreed to this. He told reporters: "I told him not to do it, and he won't do it." Trump also, in response to a question about a media report that the Pentagon is seeking $200 billion in budget for war with Iran, said the United States needs more budget for "many" reasons. @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline

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Israeli media reported on Thursday, March 28th, that following the Islamic Republic's attack, Haifa refineries were targeted and sustained damage. According to these reports, this attack caused no casualties. @VahidOOnLine Update: Eli Cohen, Israel's Energy Minister, announced that the damage inflicted on the country's power grid in the north was "limited and minor." He did not confirm the targeting of the Haifa refinery, but these statements come while verified videos after reports of Iran's attack on it show thick smoke rising from part of this refinery. Mr. Cohen added: "Electric company teams are currently on site and have reconnected power to most customers who had been cut off." He also said: "Furthermore, following attacks from the north, no significant damage has been inflicted on Israel's infrastructure." @VahidHeadline 📡 @VahidOnline

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Unconfirmed received messages: Air defense sound, north Tehran, 18:55. Air defense around Vanak sounded twice around 19:00. 18:55 air defense sound and [...] northern Sheikh Bahaei at 19:00 evening, 28 Esfand, air defense activated west Tehran Mehrabad direction. Heard from Shahrak-e Gharb direction it was air defense at 19:00 but it was only air defense sound, no explosion, didn't hear fighter jet sounds 📡 @VahidOnline

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Emergency landing of American F-35 fighter jet after possible hit by Iranian fire CNN reports that a U.S. Air Force F-35 fighter jet was forced to make an emergency landing at an American base in the Middle East after coming under fire during a combat mission over Iran. According to two informed sources, this fighter was most likely damaged by Iranian fire. Tim Hawkins, spokesman for U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), confirmed that this fifth-generation stealth aircraft was conducting a combat mission when it was forced to make an emergency landing. He said the aircraft landed safely and the pilot's condition is "stable," and the incident is under investigation. If confirmed, this would be the first successful instance of an American aircraft being targeted by the Islamic Republic since the beginning of the war. In this conflict, both America and Israel use F-35 fighter jets - aircraft valued at over $100 million each. Iran Desk podcast on YouTube @TheIranDesk

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I don't have similar activity on Instagram. Pages that are active under my name don't belong to me and could be very dangerous. My Instagram page is here where I only publish personal content: https://www.instagram.com/vahidonline/ Although it hasn't been updated for a few years, but I try to keep up with the messages received there as well. 📡 @VahidOnline

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The Israeli army released the above images and wrote 'For the first time attacked Iranian naval missile ships in the Caspian Sea': - Iranian naval military vessels including missile ships, support ships and patrol boats. The targeted missile ships included air defense systems as well as anti-submarine missiles - A central headquarters from which Iranian naval forces managed ongoing operations in the Caspian Sea area - Central infrastructure used for continuous repair and maintenance of vessels 📡 @VahidOnline

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'Part of the damage to Tamjidi Marine Industries Complex in #BandarAnzali and army grounds' Images received with the above description after Wednesday evening attack on March 27 #Anzali Vahid I don't know what they're basing their talk about Ghalibaf's presence in Anzali on, but I've received other messages about this matter too. Even last night. Probably wherever gets targeted, the names of surviving officials quickly get mentioned and you can't rely on it. Vahid 📡 @VahidOnline

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Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of Defense, emphasizing the continuation of this country's military operations in the war with Iran according to the objectives announced from day one, said that "today the most intense attacks against Iran will be carried out." Pete Hegseth on Thursday, March 19th, in a joint press conference with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff also announced to reporters that 120 Iranian warships have been destroyed and 11 mine-laying vessels have also been targeted. Dan Cain, Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, also said in this press conference that American forces "advance further into Iranian territory every day" and added that this country will continue to conduct major combat operations in Iran. Pete Hegseth also said about the timing of the war's end that "there is no specific timeframe for the end of the Iran war." In another part of this briefing, General Cain announced that the United States has carried out attacks against Iran-aligned paramilitary groups in Iraq. He said AH-64 helicopters were used in this operation to suppress any threat against U.S. forces and interests in Iraq. @VahidHeadline The U.S. Secretary of War in a press conference, referring to destroying the military capabilities of the Islamic Republic, sarcastically said: Now the last job anyone in the world would want is commanding the Revolutionary Guard and Basij; a temporary job! He criticized Europe and the media, saying the world should be grateful to President Trump for protecting the world against this terrorist regime that had taken the world hostage. @VahidHeadline Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of War, in Thursday March 19th's press conference, defending Operation "Epic Fury," emphasized that this conflict differs from America's previous wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and has "laser focus." In these remarks, criticizing media critics of Donald Trump, he said some media outlets try to downplay progress and exaggerate costs. Hegseth also said that contrary to some narratives, this conflict will not turn into an "endless war." He referred to his own experience in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, called the policies of previous U.S. administrations like Bush and Obama foolish, and said this operation is being carried out with a different approach. @VahidOOnLine Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of War, said that the United States' military objectives regarding Iran remain unchanged. He said in a press conference at the Pentagon: "Our operations are precise, focused and decisive. Our objectives, exactly as determined from day one by the President with an 'America First' approach, remain exactly the same." Hegseth emphasized that these objectives include destroying missiles and launch platforms, destroying Iran's military infrastructure to prevent rebuilding military capabilities, eliminating Iran's naval force, and preventing this country from acquiring nuclear weapons. He added: "For decades, Iran has spent its resources on developing missiles, drones and underground facilities instead of its people. But we are targeting them... in a way that no army in the world is capable of doing, and the results speak to this reality." @VahidOOnLine U.S. Secretary of Defense: Families of killed American soldiers want us to finish the job @VahidHeadline The U.S. Secretary of War regarding the possibility of America providing internet for the Iranian people said we are working on this matter. He said regarding the possibility of U.S. forces withdrawing from the Middle East after eliminating the Islamic Republic threat that we don't say what we will do and our action depends on America's national interests. @VahidOOnLine General Dan Cain, who is present alongside Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon press conference, in response to a question about whether Iran, nearly three weeks into the war, still has the ability to attack energy infrastructure throughout the Persian Gulf, said that Iran "entered this conflict with a large number of weapons" and that's why the United States is acting so "aggressively and decisively." He said America continues to "hunt, find and destroy them," but at the same time emphasized that Iran still retains "some capability." @VahidHeadline 📡 @VahidOnline

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"Mehdi Ghasemi," "Saleh Mohammadi," and "Saeed Davoudi" from those arrested during the January protests were executed. The Islamic Republic's judiciary announced they were executed on March 19th "in the presence of a group of people" in Qom. According to the judiciary's claims, these three individuals attacked two police officers with cold weapons during the January 7th protests and killed them. The report also states that the defendants confessed to their charges during interrogation and trial phases. Hours later, forced confessions of these defendants were also broadcast on Iran television. @ VahidHeadline Saleh Mohammadi was a 19-year-old wrestler born on March 11, 2007, and in September 2024 he had won a bronze medal for Iran's national freestyle wrestling team at the Siteyev International Cup in Russia. @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline

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Donald Trump, the President of the United States, wrote in a message on Truth Social that America was not involved in Israel's attack on South Pars and that no such attack will be repeated, and he has no interest in carrying it out due to the consequences of attacking infrastructure for Iran's future. The message states: "Israel, out of anger over what has happened in the Middle East, has violently attacked a major facility called the South Pars gas field in Iran. A relatively small portion of the entire field was hit. The United States had no knowledge of this specific attack, and the country of Qatar was not involved in any way, shape, or form, and had no idea that such a thing was going to happen. Unfortunately, Iran did not know this, or any of the relevant and important facts related to the South Pars attack, and unfairly and unjustly attacked part of Qatar's LNG gas facilities. No more attacks will be carried out by Israel in relation to this very important and valuable South Pars gas field, unless Iran incorrectly decides to attack Qatar - which is completely innocent in this matter. In that case, the United States of America, with or without the help or consent of Israel, will blow up the entire South Pars gas field with enormous power and intensity that Iran has never seen or experienced. I have no desire to endorse this level of violence and destruction, due to its long-term consequences for Iran's future, but if Qatar's LNG is attacked again, I will not hesitate for a moment and will do this. I thank you for your attention to this matter." @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline

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According to Associated Press reports, the U.S. Senate on Wednesday once again opposed a resolution to limit the president's war powers. This resolution, proposed by Democratic Senator Cory Booker, was defeated with 53 votes against and 47 votes in favor. This is the third time Democrats have put such a resolution to a vote. @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline

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Foreign ministers of Arab and Islamic countries concluded their meeting in Riyadh by issuing a statement condemning the Islamic Republic's attacks and emphasizing these countries' right to defend themselves. In this statement, these actions were called "deliberate aggressions" and Tehran was demanded to immediately halt the attacks. The final statement from the Riyadh meeting stated that the Islamic Republic's "aggressions" are absolutely unjustifiable. Arab and Islamic countries also announced that the Islamic Republic's attacks have targeted residential areas and civilian infrastructure. The signatories of this statement called for an immediate cessation of attacks and adherence to international law principles. @ VahidOOnLine During the meeting of foreign ministers of Islamic and Arab countries in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's foreign minister, with harsh criticism of the Islamic Republic's behavior, accused this country of targeting civilians and economic infrastructure of regional countries and warned that these actions will be "costly." Faisal bin Farhan, referring to the continuation of attacks, announced that Saudi Arabia has various options available - including non-political options - and does not rule out military action if necessary. @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline

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⚠️ Two lifeless bodies in the last photo of images received from destroyed buildings and damaged vehicles with description: '#Tehran, Bagheri Highway, corner of Tehmetan Street, Monday afternoon, March 15th' Vahid that channel, middle of the highway: 📱 GoogleMaps 📡 @VahidOnline

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'Phase Two #Pardis' Videos received from damaged buildings in airstrikes around 3 AM Tuesday, March 26th' Earlier, Fars News Agency had reported that Ali Larijani was killed in this attack but later wrote that the news was incorrect. Vahid 📡 @VahidOnline

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♦️ CBS, citing sources whose names and positions it has not disclosed, reported that Donald Trump has not yet made a final decision regarding deploying American forces to Iran to seize nuclear materials. According to this report, he said in private conversations: "I have many decisions to make." The Pentagon has also prepared several options as possible next steps in the war with the Islamic Republic for the president. Trump has previously described many reports from mainstream and mostly left-leaning media outlets that are compiled citing unnamed sources as inaccurate or fake. @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline

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⚡️ Emmanuel Macron, President of France, said that following Wednesday's attacks on gas facilities in Iran and Qatar, he spoke with the Emir of Qatar and US President Donald Trump. He added: "It is essential that a temporary halt on attacks against civilian infrastructure, especially energy and water facilities, be implemented without delay." @ VahidHeadline 📡 @VahidOnline

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Unverified and unconfirmed received messages: Right now 2:54 Isfahan. For about 10 minutes fighter jets have been at low altitude and can even be seen with the naked eye. So far 2 explosion sounds. Isfahan - fighter jet sounds coming. Two explosion sounds also came, although the sound was very loud but it was very far away. Greetings, Isfahan from 2:40 to 2:55 continuous fighter jet sounds were coming, they also hit several points that were far away, I don't know exactly where it was 📡 @VahidOnline

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Palestinian medics say at least four people were killed in a missile attack by the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Associated Press reported this news on Wednesday, stating that these are the first casualties in the West Bank during the ongoing conflicts with the Islamic Republic. @ VahidHeadline 📡 @VahidOnline

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Based on messages received from various citizens, on Tuesday, March 26th between 18:30 and 19:00, something like an oil depot or fuel tank at #Yazd airport was targeted in an attack, producing thick black smoke. Some also think aircraft were among the targets and it was their fuel. Vahid 📡 @VahidOnline

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'Towards Amirkabir #Shiraz, 1:13' Images received with the above description, early Thursday morning 28th Esfand Vahid 📡 @VahidOnline

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At 12:57 they hit the electronics industries in #Shiraz and another location - received video with loud sound, early morning Thursday, March 28th Vahid 📡 @VahidOnline

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Unconfirmed and unverified messages received related to when I was busy editing the previous post's video: 12:04 AM Tehranpars sound of two consecutive explosions, the first mild and the second more intense, both weren't very close. Now 12:06 AM a third one came from farther away. 12:09 AM again an explosion sound. It was heard here but wasn't very close 12:13 AM. Continuous and intense air defense sounds coming now 00:14 AM continuous air defense firing sounds Tehranpars intense air defense sounds, northeast Tehran 12:15 Vahid dear continuous explosion sounds something like air defense sounds from south of Tehranpars right now started half an hour ago 00:15 Hello Vahid dear near Third Circle of Tehranpars at 12:14 AM an extremely terrifying sound came I don't know where they hit but near the mosque Basijis were standing around a lot 📡 @VahidOnline

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Received video: '#Anzali 10 PM Wednesday 27th Esfand' A projectile can be seen passing at second 11 and the sound of its impact can be heard. Vahid 📡 @VahidOnline

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Qatar's Foreign Ministry announced Wednesday night, March 17th, in a statement that the military attaché and security attaché of the Islamic Republic's embassy, along with staff from these two departments, have been identified as undesirable elements and must leave the country within a maximum of 24 hours. According to the ministry, this decision was communicated through the delivery of an official note to the Islamic Republic's embassy and was raised during a meeting between Ibrahim Youssef Fakhro, Director of Protocol at Qatar's Foreign Ministry, and Ali Saleh Abadi, the Islamic Republic's ambassador in Doha. The statement emphasized that this action was taken in response to repeated attacks by the Islamic Republic and what has been called "blatant aggression" against Qatar - attacks that Doha says have violated the country's sovereignty and security and are contrary to international law and UN Security Council Resolution 2817. Qatar's Foreign Ministry warned that continuation of this trend will be met with further actions from Doha and emphasized that the country will take action to protect its sovereignty, security, and national interests. Qatar also announced that it reserves the right to take any necessary action to defend its security and sovereignty within the framework of international law. @ VahidOOnLine 📡 @VahidOnline