Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has disclosed a large-scale clearance operation in Zanjan Province, where specialized teams discovered and neutralized thousands of unexploded remnants from recent US-Israeli airstrikes.
Massive Ordnance Haul
According to IRGC statements, the operation yielded over 9,500 bomblets, 52 rockets, multiple missiles, and several GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs designed to penetrate hardened targets. The munitions were safely destroyed by explosive ordnance disposal teams.
Significance of the Operation
This clearance underscores the scale of the airstrikes and the ongoing risk to civilians. The GBU-57, a 30,000-pound precision-guided bomb, is among the most powerful conventional weapons in the US arsenal. The IRGC emphasized the operation's success in preventing potential casualties and environmental damage.
The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with Iran warning of retaliation for any aggression. The IRGC stated that the clearance demonstrates Iran's capability to manage post-strike hazards while maintaining military readiness.
