US Strikes 90 Iranian Targets After Soleimani Funeral Attacks, Israel Sees No Spillover

The United States launched extensive airstrikes on 90 Iranian targets overnight, following 80 strikes the previous day, marking the largest US military action against Iran since the recent conflict began. According to a US military statement, the strikes targeted air defense systems, coastal surveillance assets, missile and drone storage sites, naval capabilities, and military logistics infrastructure along Iran's coastline. Notably, for the first time since April, the US also targeted bridges, including a railway bridge in Golestan province in northeastern Iran, disrupting train service between Tehran and Mashhad, where the funeral for Qassem Soleimani was held.

Iranian officials reported 14 fatalities and 78 injuries from the US strikes over two days. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps confirmed attacks on two bridges en route to Mashhad, emphasizing that despite the aggression, Iranians continued to attend Soleimani's funeral. In retaliation, Iran launched drone attacks on US military bases in the Gulf region, striking Patriot missile systems in Kuwait, US fuel depots in Bahrain, and early warning sites in Qatar, which is mediating negotiations. The Iranian military vowed to continue defending the Islamic Revolution's ideals until final victory.

US President Donald Trump framed the strikes as retaliation for Iranian attacks on ships, warning of harsher consequences if such actions recur. He claimed military superiority and suggested Iran sought a deal, though he remained skeptical of their sincerity. Trump posted a photo purportedly related to the strikes, which was later identified as an Israeli attack from the previous year.

Israeli defense officials stated there was no change in the security situation or Israel Defense Forces (IDF) activity following the US-Iran exchanges. Since the ceasefire after the "Roaring Lion" operation, the IDF has maintained high readiness, strengthening various units and preparing both defensive and offensive measures, including expanding target databases in Iran and enhancing air defense systems.