Israel claims largest air strike in its history

The Israeli military announced that it carried out the largest offensive sortie in the history of its air force, with around 200 fighter jets targeting more than 500 military sites and air defense systems inside Iran.

Israel claims largest air strike in its history
28 February, 2026   21:07
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The Israeli army stated that approximately 200 fighter jets took part in the large-scale attack on Iranian targets today, describing the airstrikes as “the largest offensive sortie in the history of the Air Force.”

In a statement, the military said: “Since this morning, around 200 Air Force fighter jets have carried out a wide-ranging airstrike against missile systems and air defense systems belonging to the Iranian regime in western and central Iran.”

The statement added: “It is the largest offensive sortie in the history of the Israeli Air Force.”

According to the statement, “Air Force fighter jets simultaneously dropped hundreds of munitions on more than 500 targets, including air defenses and missile launch platforms in several areas across Iran.”

ANHA