The campaign destroyed foundational logistics of the weapons programs — including headquarters, archives, testing facilities and equipment — causing Iran to lose critical institutional knowledge. Israeli officials believe the human losses may deter future scientists from joining Iran’s advanced weapons initiatives.
Over 200 Israeli warplanes struck around 100 targets across Iran, hitting Natanz, Fordow and Isfahan nuclear sites, missile launchers, air defense installations and Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Defense Ministry sites. Up to half of Iran’s ballistic missile stockpile and 80% of its launchers were reportedly destroyed.