In the opening days, more than 8,000 targets were struck in Iran. More than 120 Iranian vessels were damaged or destroyed, nearly eliminating Iran's ability to launch drones and missiles. Iran's military and civilian leadership was decapitated, and that includes the then Ayatollah. who was the leader now replaced by his son. It was an incredible demonstration of military power and execution of military might. Just like Midnight Hammer was in June. (01:13–01:22)
CLAIM
Asserts that Iran's military and civilian leadership, including the Ayatollah, was decapitated.
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