Iran Claims ‘Wave 65’ Missile Strikes Hit Israeli Refineries, U.S. Bases

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has announced a new phase of coordinated missile operations, claiming strikes on key Israeli and U.S. military-linked targets under what it described as “Wave 65” of its ongoing campaign.

In a statement, the IRGC said precision-guided missiles targeted oil refining facilities in Haifa and Ashdod, describing them as critical components of Israel’s energy infrastructure.

The operation, part of what Iran calls “Operation Sadegh 4,” was reportedly carried out using a new system referred to as the “Nasrallah” advanced guided platform, which the IRGC said was deployed for the first time.

According to the statement, the strikes also extended to U.S. military-linked installations in the Gulf region, including Al-Kharj Air Base, Sheikh Isa Air Base, and Al Dhafra Air Base.

The IRGC said the targeted facilities serve as major operational hubs for U.S. aircraft, including F-16 and F-35 fighter jets, as well as surveillance platforms.

It added that a combination of medium-range missiles—including Qiyam, Zulfiqar, Ghadr (Quader), and Khyberbreaker systems—were used in the strikes, featuring both solid and liquid fuel propulsion technologies.

There has been no immediate independent confirmation from Israeli or U.S. authorities regarding the extent of the damage or the success of the strikes.

Analysts caution that claims from parties in active conflict may be exaggerated or incomplete, and verification from neutral sources is often limited during ongoing hostilities.