Tehran, Iran – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Lebanon’s Hezbollah have jointly conducted a round of military operations, marking the 48th iteration of what has been dubbed “True Promise 4,” according to a statement released by the IRGC’s public relations department on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
The coordinated action involved the use of “Haider-Shekan” and “Qader” missiles, as well as destructive drones, targeting locations in northern Israel, including the Galilee, Golan Heights, and Haifa. The IRGC also reported strikes against U.S. Military bases in the Middle East. This development underscores growing regional tensions and represents a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
According to reports from Iranian state media, the IRGC and Hezbollah launched the joint operation early Saturday morning. The announcement comes amid heightened volatility in the region, following a period of increased military activity involving the U.S. And Israel against Iranian targets.
Further details regarding the extent of the damage or any potential casualties were not immediately available. Tencent News reported that the U.S. And Israel’s military strikes against Iran had entered their 13th day on March 12, 2026, setting the stage for the retaliatory action.
The IRGC, established in the wake of the 1979 Islamic Revolution, has grown into a powerful force with extensive influence in Iran’s military, political, and economic spheres. The Recent York Times detailed the organization’s role in maintaining social control and its deep entrenchment within the Iranian state. The group’s founder, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, initially distrusted the regular Iranian army, leading to the creation of the IRGC as a parallel armed force dedicated to defending the revolution.
Recent reports also indicate a focus on missile capabilities. According to reports, Iranian officials have stated that missiles with warheads weighing less than one ton will not be deployed. A senior Iranian commander reportedly claimed that the accuracy of Iranian missiles has doubled in the past 48 hours.
The announcement of these joint operations and advancements in missile technology could influence future diplomatic talks and further complicate efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. The IRGC’s actions, coupled with Hezbollah’s involvement, signal a coordinated approach to confronting regional adversaries.
