In a dramatic escalation following the confirmed death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a stark warning: it will soon unleash its most intense military attack ever targeting Israel and U.S. military bases across the Middle East.
The announcement, reported widely on March 1, 2026, comes amid ongoing joint U.S.-Israeli strikes under Operation Epic Fury, which Iranian state media and international sources confirm killed Khamenei at his Tehran compound on February 28, 2026.
Iran has declared 40 days of public mourning for Khamenei, while the power vacuum raises questions about IRGC dominance in any succession or regime stability. Analysts note the elite force could fill leadership gaps short-term amid the chaos.
This rapidly evolving situation, as of March 1, 2026 (early morning IST), underscores the high risk of further escalation. The IRGC’s vow signals Tehran’s intent for massive retaliation, potentially marking one of the most severe confrontations in recent Middle East history.