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Iran Conducted Operation True Promise IV with Missiles and Drones Across 16 Countries

Iran carried out Operation True Promise IV from February 28 to April 8, launching thousands of missiles and drones targeting sites in 16 countries. The operation struck military bases, energy sites, ports, and critical infrastructure. Iran and the U.S. face a deadline of Wednesday to reach a deal or extend negotiations.

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Iran conducted a military operation named Operation True Promise IV between February 28 and April 8. The operation involved launching thousands of missiles and drones. These strikes targeted locations across 16 countries.

The targets included military bases, energy sites, ports, and critical infrastructure. The operation affected multiple sectors in the involved countries. Details on specific impacts were not provided in the report.

Negotiation Deadline Iran and

the United States must agree on a deal by Wednesday or extend the current arrangement. The report did not specify the nature of the deal or the consequences of failing to reach an agreement. The deadline aligns with ongoing discussions between the two nations.

Background Context

The operation occurred in the context of tensions between Iran and the United States. No further details on the triggers or responses from affected countries were included in the source. The events are recent, given the current date of April 20, 2026.

Key Facts

Operation True Promise IV
Iran's military action from Feb 28 to April 8
Thousands of missiles and drones
launched across 16 countries
Targets hit
military bases, energy sites, ports, infrastructure
Negotiation deadline
Iran-U.S. deal by Wednesday or extension

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. By Wednesday (2026-04-22)

    Iran and the U.S. must agree on a deal or extend negotiations, according to the report.

    1 source@MarioNawfal
  2. February 28 to April 8, 2026

    Iran conducted Operation True Promise IV, launching thousands of missiles and drones across 16 countries.

    1 source@MarioNawfal

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Failure to reach a deal could escalate tensions between Iran and the United States.

  2. 02

    Affected countries may report damage to military and infrastructure sites.

  3. 03

    Energy sites targeted could disrupt regional supply chains.

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PublishedApr 20, 2026, 5:59 PM
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