conflictTuesday, September 1, 2026event Sep 22 sources
Iran Vows 'Crushing' Response After U.S. Strikes on IRGC Targets
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) vowed a 'crushing' response following U.S. strikes on IRGC targets. The U.S. conducted strikes on IRGC facilities, prompting Iran to announce its retaliation. The conflict escalated tensions in the region.
On September 2, 2026, the U.S. conducted strikes on Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targets. The attacks were reported by Xinhua, a state-run news outlet. In response, Iran's IRGC declared it would launch a 'crushing' retaliation. The IRGC's statement was released by Xinhua on the same day, confirming the escalation of hostilities.
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StateXinhuaSep 2, 06:55 AM
1st LD Writethru: Iran vows "crushing" response after U.S. strikes on IRGC targets: media - english.news.cn1st LD Writethru: Iran vows "crushing" response after U.S. strikes on IRGC targets: media english.news.cn
StateXinhuaSep 1, 11:42 PM
Urgent: Iran's IRGC says begins response to U.S. attacks - english.news.cnUrgent: Iran's IRGC says begins response to U.S. attacks english.news.cn