Live Coverage of the Iran–U.S.–Israel Conflict / April 01
WANA – Our team is closely monitoring the latest developments regarding the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.
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IRGC Intercepts JASSM Cruise Missile in Buin Zahra
WANA (Apr 01) – Iran’s IRGC said its air defense units shot down a JASSM cruise missile in Buin Zahra. The operation was carried out by forces of the Saheb al-Amr Corps as part of the country’s integrated air defense system.
Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters Spokesperson Praises Yemen and Hezbollah
Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesman for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Apr 01) – The spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Second Brigadier General Ebrahim Zolfaghari, expressed appreciation for Yemen’s leadership, armed forces, and people, as well as Lebanon’s Hezbollah, for their actions against the United States and Israel.
The spokesperson thanked Yemen’s leader, Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, along with the country’s armed forces and citizens, for what was described as their “steadfastness” in confronting the United States and Israel, and for their “powerful presence” on what was called the “front of truth.”
The statement also praised the “remarkable courage” of the people of Lebanon and commended the operations of Hezbollah, describing them as “pride-inspiring” and highlighting what it called “painful blows” inflicted on Israeli forces.
Phase Three of Wave 89: Missile Strikes Hit the Heart of Israeli Territory
WANA (Apr 01) – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the third phase of the 89th wave of “Operation True Promise 4,” claiming large-scale missile strikes on central areas of Israel.
In a statement, the IRGC said the “heart and center of the occupied Palestinian territories” came under attack during the operation, which was carried out under the code name “Ya Heydar Karrar.”
Phase Three of Wave 89: Missile Strikes Hit the Heart of Israeli Territory
WANA (Apr 01) – Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced the third phase of the 89th wave of “Operation True Promise 4,” claiming large-scale missile strikes on central areas of Israel. In a statement, the IRGC said the “heart and center of the occupied Palestinian territories” came under attack during the operation, […]
IRGC Aerospace Commander Issues Warning to Adversaries
WANA (Apr 01) – Seyed Majid Moosavi, commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force, issued a warning to adversaries, stating: “Prepare your shelters.”
Fire, Smoke Reported at Rafael Military Industries Site
WANA (Apr 01) – The Islamic Republic of Iran Army stated that, despite strict Israeli media censorship—particularly around sensitive military facilities—social media monitoring and intercepted communications indicate damage, fire, and smoke at facilities linked to Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in Israel.
The statement added that recent Iranian drone operations have targeted infrastructure, weapons production, and air defense/offensive system development sites associated with Rafael across Israel.
Shipyard and Weather Radar in Khuzestan Targeted in Airstrikes
WANA (Apr 01) – The Khuzestan Provincial Meteorological Office announced that its weather radar in Ahvaz was struck by missiles and drones in an attack attributed to the U.S. and Israel, stating the facility was used solely for meteorological monitoring and public safety services.
The office said the radar system, which was installed to track weather phenomena and prevent damage to lives and property, was targeted in what it described as a “criminal and inhumane act.”
Shipyard and Weather Radar in Khuzestan Targeted in Airstrikes
WANA (Apr 01) – The Khuzestan Provincial Meteorological Office announced that its weather radar in Ahvaz was struck by missiles and drones in an attack attributed to the U.S. and Israel, stating the facility was used solely for meteorological monitoring and public safety services. The office said the radar system, which was installed to […]
IRGC Intelligence Says U.S. Military Losing Control of War Decisions
WANA (Apr 01) – The Intelligence Organization of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps posted on X that U.S. generals have lost control of battlefield logistics and politicians have lost decision-making power, describing U.S. war conduct as turning into “media performance.”
Iran Speaker Advises Global Markets to Avoid Emotional Decisions
WANA (Apr 01) – Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of Iran’s Parliament, has advised participants in global financial markets to conduct independent research before making what he described as emotional decisions.
Iran Downs ‘Lucas’ Drone in West, Total Interceptions Reach 150
WANA (Apr 01) – The Islamic Republic of Iran Air Defense Force said it shot down a “Lucas” drone in western Iran at 12:40 p.m. using its air defense systems.
With this incident, officials said the total number of drones intercepted by Iran’s integrated air defense network has reached 150.
IRGC Details Second Phase of 89th Wave of “Operation True Promise 4”
WANA (Apr 01) – The public relations office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has released details of the second phase of the 89th wave of “Operation True Promise 4,” reporting a series of coordinated missile and drone attacks targeting U.S. and Israeli-linked assets.
According to the statement, analysts and eyewitnesses said the intensity of Iranian missile launches toward central Israel and other parts of the Middle East since early morning contradicts claims by Tel Aviv and Washington that the attacks had been reduced by up to 90 percent.
IRGC Details Second Phase of 89th Wave of “Operation True Promise 4”
WANA (Apr 01) – The public relations office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has released details of the second phase of the 89th wave of “Operation True Promise 4,” reporting a series of coordinated missile and drone attacks targeting U.S. and Israeli-linked assets. According to the statement, analysts and eyewitnesses said the intensity […]
Iranian Army Commander Issues Warning to Families of U.S. Troops
WANA (Apr 01) – Ali Jahanshahi, commander of the Ground Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army, has urged families of U.S. military personnel deployed in West Asia to contact their relatives within the next 24 hours.
He stated that U.S. Central Command is heavily censoring information regarding American military casualties. “We recommend that families of U.S. soldiers deployed to West Asia contact their children within the next 24 hours. We will see what happens,” he said.
Airstrikes Damage Dental Faculty in Kermanshah
Britain to Host 35-Nation Meeting on Middle East Situation
WANA (Apr 01) – British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK Foreign Office will host a meeting later this week with delegations from 35 allied countries to discuss the situation in the Middle East.
According to Starmer, the gathering will focus on the latest regional developments and comes amid growing international concern over escalating tensions across the Middle East.
Iranian Army Says It Targeted U.S. AWACS, Refueling Aircraft Sites in Region
WANA (Apr 01) – The Islamic Republic of Iran Army announced that it has carried out drone strikes against locations hosting U.S. military assets in the region, including AWACS surveillance aircraft and refueling planes.
In Statement No. 51, the army said the attacks were launched early today in response to “brutal airstrikes” by the United States and Israel against Iran, particularly targeting residential and civilian areas.
According to the statement, Iranian forces targeted the locations of U.S. AWACS and refueling aircraft stationed at Ben Gurion Airport, as well as radar systems for detecting and tracking missiles and combat drones, and electronic warfare sites designed to counter drones in the United Arab Emirates.
Iranian Army Says It Targeted U.S. AWACS, Refueling Aircraft Sites in Region
WANA (Apr 01) – The Islamic Republic of Iran Army announced that it has carried out drone strikes against locations hosting U.S. military assets in the region, including AWACS surveillance aircraft and refueling planes. In Statement No. 51, the army said the attacks were launched early today in response to “brutal airstrikes” by the […]
89th Wave of “True Promise 4” Launched Against Israeli Military Targets and U.S. Positions in the Region
WANA (Apr 01) – The Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the launch of the 89th wave of Operation True Promise 4, describing it as a coordinated assault targeting Israeli military sites and gatherings of Israeli forces in Eilat, Tel Aviv, and Bnei Brak, as well as certain U.S. positions in the region…
89th Wave of “True Promise 4” Launched Against Israeli Military Targets and U.S. Positions in the Region
WANA (Apr 01) – The Public Relations Office of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the launch of the 89th wave of Operation True Promise 4, describing it as a coordinated assault targeting Israeli military sites and gatherings of Israeli forces in Eilat, Tel Aviv, and Bnei Brak, as well as certain U.S. positions […]
WANA (Apr 01) – The spokesperson for Yemen’s armed forces has announced a joint military operation with Iran and Hezbollah targeting sites in the southern occupied territories.
According to regional media reports, Yahya Saree said Yemen’s armed forces had carried out what he described as their third operation in the context of the “sacred jihad battle,” targeting sensitive Israeli positions in southern occupied Palestine with ballistic missiles.
Yemen Announces Joint Operation with Iran and Hezbollah Against Israeli Targets
WANA (Apr 01) – The spokesperson for Yemen’s armed forces has announced a joint military operation with Iran and Hezbollah targeting sites in the southern occupied territories. According to regional media reports, Yahya Saree said Yemen’s armed forces had carried out what he described as their third operation in the context of the “sacred […]
Kamalvandi: Attack on Nuclear Facilities Is a War Crime
Behrouz Kamalvandi, deputy head and spokesperson for the AEOI. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Apr 01) – Behrouz Kamalvandi, spokesperson for the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, stated that Iran’s indigenous nuclear knowledge cannot be destroyed.
He said that attacks on nuclear facilities under international safeguards are contrary to international principles, adding that attacks on heavy water facilities are definitely a war crime.
Kamalvandi added that legal documentation has been prepared. He said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the legal deputy of the presidency are also pursuing necessary legal actions.
“47 Years of Hospitality in the Strait of Hormuz Is Over”
Ebrahim Azizi, Chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission. Social media/WANA News Agency
WANA (Apr 01) – Ebrahim Azizi, head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, wrote on X:
“Finally, Trump achieved his dream of regime change, but in the maritime order of the region! The Strait of Hormuz will definitely be opened, but not for you! —only for those who comply with the new laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The era of 47 years of hospitality has ended.”
New York Mayor Reiterates Opposition to War Against Iran
New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Trump. Social media/ WANA News Agency
WANA (Apr 01) – Zohran Mamdani, Mayor of New York City, said in an interview with a political commentator:
War against Iran must be opposed in every respect, not only politically but also morally and ethically.
Such a war should be opposed because it would be financed with money that could be spent on this city and this country, while people remain blind to this reality.
Drone Shot Down Near Khorramabad
WANA (Apr 01) – Police in Lorestan Province confirmed that another “Lucas” suicide drone was intercepted and destroyed near the city of Khorramabad on Wednesday, April 1.
According to local police statements, the American-made drone was shot down by integrated air defense systems in the southern outskirts of Khorramabad.
Iranian Civilian Areas Hit in Overnight Airstrikes
WANA (Apr 01) – Several non-military sites were reportedly targeted in airstrikes overnight, including locations across multiple Iranian provinces. The reported sites include:
- Mobarakeh Steel Company in Isfahan
- Shahid Rajaee Port in Bandar Abbas
- Sefid Dasht Steel Industrial Complex in Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province
- Meteorological facilities in Bushehr Province
- A residential complex in Malard, Tehran
Drone Shot Down in Buin-Zahra
WANA (Apr 01) – A drone has been intercepted and destroyed in the Buin Zahra region, according to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Qazvin Province.
The IRGC Quds Force in Qazvin announced that a “Lucas” suicide drone, described as American-made, was shot down by an integrated air defense system in Buin-Zahra County.
U.S.-Israeli Forces Hit Iranian Steel Facilities Again
WANA (Apr 01) – Officials in Isfahan reported that American and Israeli forces have carried out a second attack targeting major steel facilities in the region.
According to Akbar Salehi, Deputy for Security and Law Enforcement at the Isfahan Governor’s Office, the Mobarakeh Steel Company in Mobarakeh County was struck again…
U.S.-Israeli Forces Hit Iranian Steel Facilities Again
WANA (Apr 01) – Officials in Isfahan reported that American and Israeli forces have carried out a second attack targeting major steel facilities in the region. According to Akbar Salehi, Deputy for Security and Law Enforcement at the Isfahan Governor’s Office, the Mobarakeh Steel Company in Mobarakeh County was struck again. He described […]
This is a developing story and will be updated as new information becomes available.
