Eighth Day Of Airstrikes Continue Across Iran, Tehran Apologizes To Neighbors Amid Escalating Regional Crisis – OpEd
The military conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran’s regime has entered its eighth day on March 7, 2026. This follows a dramatic seventh day where 50 Israeli fighter jets dismantled a massive underground bunker in Tehran originally built for the now-dead Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, and the regime threatened dissenting citizens with “shoot to kill” orders.
Today, the crisis deepened as Israel launched a new wave of attacks using 80 fighter jets against targets in the Iranian capital. Amid the escalating bombardment and a severe leadership crisis, the regime’s President Masoud Pezeshkian issued an apology to neighboring countries, though he outright rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s demands for unconditional surrender. Meanwhile, the regime continues its aggression against opposition groups and faces accusations of terror plots abroad.
Roundup of today’s key events
80 Israeli jets strike Tehran: The Israeli military launched a massive overnight bombardment targeting military sites, missile launchers, and areas near Mehrabad Airport.
Regime apologizes to neighboring nations: Following a decision by the temporary leadership council, Masoud Pezeshkian announced the regime will no longer attack neighboring countries unless an attack originates from their soil.
Trump warns of “complete destruction”: The U.S. President promised that Iran’s regime will be “hit very hard” today, as Pezeshkian rejected demands for an unconditional surrender.
Assembly of Experts to meet: A meeting to select the regime’s next supreme leader is scheduled within 24 hours as the internal power vacuum persists.
Azerbaijan foils IRGC terror plots: Baku announced it prevented attacks targeting a major oil pipeline and Israeli and Jewish sites,........
