Israeli military operations in 2026 have centered on sustained airstrikes and ground actions against Iran since the February 28 outbreak of direct conflict, alongside expanded targeting of Hezbollah infrastructure across Lebanon. These actions, including strikes on leadership and military sites in both countries, form the core of recent activity amid ongoing proxy confrontations involving groups such as the Houthis and Iraqi militias. Renewed Israel-Iran exchanges in early June, following the April ceasefire, have reinforced trader focus on these two primary fronts without clear expansion to additional sovereign states. With half the year elapsed and diplomatic efforts ongoing, the market's emphasis on four or five countries reflects the current concentration of verified strikes and limited evidence of broader escalation to new targets like Syria or Yemen in the resolution window.
Resumen experimental generado por IA con datos de Polymarket. Esto no es asesoramiento de trading y no influye en cómo se resuelve este mercado. · ActualizadoIsraeli drone strike kills three Palestinians in Gaza despite ceasefire
4 surges to 60%32%
On July 1, 2026, an Israeli drone strike near a Gaza hospital killed at least three Palestinians despite an ongoing ceasefire. This confirmed continued Israeli strikes limited to Gaza, supporting the market's view of a low number of countries struck by Israel.
Iran launches missile and drone strikes on US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain
Iran's IRGC launched missile and drone strikes on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain on June 28, 2026, escalating regional tensions. However, these strikes were by Iran, not Israel, and thus did not affect the market's resolution regarding Israeli strikes on other countries.
Israel strikes southern Lebanon despite US-brokered security deal
4 surges to 41%17%
On June 28, 2026, Israel conducted drone strikes in southern Lebanon despite a US-brokered security agreement signed days earlier. This demonstrated ongoing Israeli military operations confined to Lebanon, reinforcing market confidence in a low number of countries struck.
Iran launches missile and drone strikes on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan
4 jumps to 50%10%
Following US strikes on Iranian targets, Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on US military installations in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan on June 28, 2026. This expanded the conflict to multiple countries in the Gulf region, influencing market expectations of strikes in these countries.
Iranian drone strikes tanker in Strait of Hormuz, US retaliates with strikes on Iran
4 jumps to 50%12%
On June 27, 2026, an Iranian drone struck the Panama-flagged tanker M/T Kiku in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting US retaliatory strikes on Iranian military targets. This incident underscored the ongoing conflict in the strategic maritime chokepoint, affecting market perceptions of regional instability and potential strikes in countries bordering the strait.
Israel renews strikes in southern Lebanon despite peace framework
4 drops to 40%9%
Despite the June 26 framework agreement, Israel conducted drone and air strikes in southern Lebanon on June 27, escalating tensions and demonstrating ongoing military operations in Lebanese territory. Hezbollah rejected the deal, and clashes continued, reinforcing market expectations of Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Israel, Lebanon, and US sign framework agreement for Israeli withdrawal
4 surges to 49%25%
On June 26, 2026, Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered framework agreement outlining a path for Israeli withdrawal contingent on Hezbollah disarmament. This agreement was significant for the conflict dynamics in Lebanon, where Israeli strikes continued despite the deal, affecting market perceptions of strikes in Lebanon and related countries.
Israel hits oil installation in Iraq’s Kurdish region
11 rises to 11%1%
Israel carried out an air‑strike on an oil installation in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, the first reported Israeli attack on Kurdish territory, adding the Kurdistan Region as a distinct country‑level entity for market purposes.
Israeli airstrikes hit Lebanon minutes after new ceasefire
Minutes after a new ceasefire came into force between Israel and Hezbollah, Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanon, indicating the fragility of the ceasefire and ongoing hostilities. This event sustained market confidence in Lebanon being a strike target.
Israeli airstrikes continue in southern Lebanon despite US-Iran ceasefire deal
Despite a formal ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran, Israeli airstrikes persisted in southern Lebanon, targeting towns such as Kfar Tebnit. This ongoing conflict threatened the stability of the ceasefire and underscored Israel's continued military operations on Lebanese soil.
Iran‑Israel missile and drone attacks intensify after cease‑fire
4 jumps to 52%6%
A Chosun article noted a post‑ceasefire escalation of missile and drone attacks between Iran and Israel, suggesting the conflict could spill over to other regional actors, causing a modest uptick in market odds for higher strike counts.
Israel conducts airstrikes on Iranian cities Tehran, Tabriz, and Isfahan
4 surges to 38%20%
On June 8, 2026, Israel carried out airstrikes targeting IRGC missile infrastructure and nuclear-linked facilities in Iranian cities, marking the first Israeli strikes on Iranian mainland since the April ceasefire. This escalation increased tensions and confirmed Israel's willingness to strike Iranian territory, impacting market expectations for strikes in multiple countries.
Israel strikes police post in southern Beirut after Hezbollah attack
Israel hit a police post in the Dahiyeh district of Beirut, Lebanon, after a Hezbollah attack. The strike was reported as a targeted Israeli attack on a specific urban area, reinforcing Lebanon’s role in the country tally.
Israeli airstrikes kill Lebanese army officers after ceasefire deal
4 jumps to 18%8%
On June 6, 2026, Israeli airstrikes killed multiple Lebanese army officers, violating a recent ceasefire deal and threatening the fragile truce. This event underscored continued Israeli military activity in Lebanon, supporting market expectations of strikes limited to Lebanon and Gaza.
Israel renews airstrikes on southern Beirut amid ceasefire tensions
4 rises to 28%3%
On 6 June 2026, Israel launched airstrikes on southern Beirut in retaliation against Hezbollah drone attacks, despite a renewed ceasefire. This continued military activity in Lebanon reinforced the market's expectation of strikes limited to Lebanon and Iran.
Israel strikes Beirut suburbs in retaliation against Hezbollah
On June 6, 2026, Israel conducted airstrikes in the Dahieh district of Beirut, marking the first such attack on the Lebanese capital since a US-brokered ceasefire was renewed. This retaliatory strike followed Hezbollah drone attacks on Israeli forces, maintaining conflict intensity in Lebanon.
Hezbollah rejects US-brokered ceasefire as Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon
4 plunges to 28%19%
On June 5, 2026, Hezbollah formally rejected a US-brokered ceasefire agreement with Israel, while Israeli airstrikes persisted in southern Lebanon. This ongoing conflict kept the market focused on strikes in Lebanon, reinforcing expectations of limited countries targeted by Israel.
Israel conducts drone strike on Lebanese village of Manara, targeting alleged Hamas commander’s home
5 drops to 11%12%
The strike on Manara, claimed by Israel to target a Hamas commander’s residence, marked another confirmed Israeli operation on Lebanese soil, reinforcing the market’s expectation of a low total country count.
U.S.‑mediated ceasefire talks reduce Israel’s incentive for further foreign strikes
8 jumps to 12%10%
Renewed diplomatic negotiations between the U.S., Israel and regional actors lowered expectations of additional cross‑border attacks, causing the market to fall sharply toward the low‑country outcomes.
Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Lebanon ceasefire
4 jumps to 38%8%
On 6 May 2026, Israel conducted an airstrike targeting a senior Hezbollah commander in Beirut, marking the first strike on the Lebanese capital since the April ceasefire. This event maintained market focus on Lebanon as a strike location.
Israeli drone strike hits Iraqi border outpost
10 rises to 10%1%
Israeli drones hit an Iraqi border outpost in the Kurdish region, marking the first Israeli strike on Iraqi soil and raising the total country count.
Israeli airstrikes kill 10 in southern Lebanon amid Hezbollah rocket fire
Israel conducted several airstrikes in southern Lebanon killing at least 10 people, while Hezbollah fired rockets and drones at northern Israel. This ongoing conflict in Lebanon confirms Israel's strikes are focused on Lebanon and Gaza, with no evidence of strikes on other countries.
Israel conducts limited drone strikes on Iranian‑backed militia bases in Iraq
8 plunges to 2%22%
For the first time Israel hit targets inside Iraq, expanding the list of countries under attack and nudging the market back up toward the 8‑country outcome.
Israel warns Lebanese civilians to flee ahead of strikes in southern Lebanon
Israel's military warned residents in seven southern Lebanese towns to evacuate ahead of strikes targeting Hezbollah militants. This continued Israeli military activity in Lebanon reinforced the expectation of strikes limited to Lebanon and Gaza.
10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah takes effect in Lebanon
A ceasefire was agreed between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, temporarily halting hostilities. Despite this, Israeli strikes and Hezbollah rocket fire continued sporadically, indicating ongoing conflict primarily limited to Lebanon and Gaza.
Israel launches airstrikes on Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon ahead of disarmament talks
5 dips to 23%4%
Israel intensified its campaign with strikes on Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon just before a scheduled Lebanese army briefing on disarmament, adding further evidence of continued operations in Lebanon and keeping the market weighted toward lower outcomes.
Israel pauses cross‑border strikes after EU energy‑security summit
7 plunges to 24%15%
The EU’s focus on regional energy security and calls for de‑escalation led Israel to temporarily halt operations beyond Lebanon, pulling the market down toward lower outcomes.
Israel strikes Iranian missile facilities; Iran hits Saudi refinery
5 plunges to 30%17%
Israel reported a new wave of strikes on Iranian missile and drone production sites, and Iranian retaliation hit a Saudi oil refinery. The market edged lower as the conflict appeared to be contained to Iran and Saudi Arabia rather than expanding further.
Israel launches massive wave of strikes across Lebanon
Israel carried out its largest wave of air‑strikes on Lebanon since the war began, crushing Hezbollah positions across the country. Though Lebanon had already been counted, the intensity pushed market sentiment toward higher country counts as Israel demonstrated capability to strike multiple locations in a single country.
Israel launches powerful airstrikes across Lebanon including Beirut
On April 8, 2026, Israel launched its most powerful attacks on Lebanon, including strikes in central Beirut, killing at least 357 people. This escalation occurred shortly after a ceasefire announcement in the Iran war, significantly impacting market perceptions of Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
Israel conducts major airstrike on Iranian airbases in Tehran
Israel carried out a significant overnight strike targeting Iranian Air Force and IRGC air units in Tehran, disrupting missile launch capabilities. This demonstrated Israel's direct military action on Iranian soil, reinforcing the market's expectation of strikes in multiple countries.
Israeli airstrikes hit multiple targets deep inside Iran including missile infrastructure
4 rises to 53%3%
On April 3, 2026, Israeli air operations continued across Iran with strikes on over 50 targets related to ballistic missile infrastructure, command centers, and financial hubs. This confirmed Israel's active strikes on Iranian soil, reinforcing the market's expectation of strikes in Iran and Lebanon only.
Israel conducts extensive airstrikes deep in Iran targeting military and financial infrastructure
4 jumps to 53%7%
On April 3, 2026, Israel carried out around 20 strike sorties across western and central Iran, targeting over 50 sites related to ballistic missile infrastructure, command centers, and financial hubs linked to Iran's military. This large-scale operation confirmed Israeli strikes on Iranian soil, reinforcing the market's expectation of Israel striking multiple countries, including Iran.
Israel intercepts Iranian missile attacks; Hezbollah claims retaliatory strikes from Lebanon
4 jumps to 50%12%
On April 2, 2026, Israeli air defenses intercepted multiple missile waves launched from Iran. Hezbollah claimed missile and drone attacks targeting Israeli border areas, prompting Israeli strikes in Lebanon. These events confirmed ongoing conflict involving Israel, Iran, and Lebanon but no new countries were reported as strike targets by Israel.
Iranian missile strikes hit southern Israeli cities near nuclear site
Iranian missiles struck the southern Israeli cities of Dimona and Arad near Israel's main nuclear research center, causing injuries and damage. This was the first time Iranian missiles penetrated Israel's air defenses in that area, escalating tensions and Israeli military responses in the region.
Israeli air defenses respond to Iranian missile attacks; no confirmed Israeli strikes on new countries
4 jumps to 37%6%
On March 31, 2026, Israeli air defense systems intercepted missiles launched from Iran targeting Israeli territory, with sirens activated over Jerusalem. No credible reports indicated Israeli strikes on countries other than Iran and Lebanon, reinforcing market confidence that strikes would be limited to these countries.
Missiles strike Israeli cities Arad and Dimona after defense failure
4 surges to 49%28%
On March 22, missiles struck Israeli cities Arad and Dimona after Israeli air defenses failed to intercept them. Iranian media claimed these strikes were in response to Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, highlighting the ongoing tit-for-tat strikes and regional escalation.
Hezbollah fires rockets into Israel, prompting retaliatory Israeli strikes on Jordanian border outposts
7 jumps to 39%11%
Hezbollah’s rocket fire led Israel to strike a Jordanian border outpost, marking a new country being hit and causing a sharp price increase toward the 7‑country outcome.
Iranian missile strikes hit Israeli cities Arad and Dimona
4 jumps to 49%9%
On March 22, Iranian missiles struck Israeli cities Arad and Dimona, causing damage and casualties. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to continue striking enemies on all fronts, but no credible reports indicated Israeli strikes on new foreign countries' soil, keeping market expectations stable.
Israel hits Jordanian border outpost after Hezbollah rocket fire
9 rises to 9%1%
Israel launched an air‑strike on a Jordanian border outpost after Hezbollah rockets crossed the border, marking the first Israeli strike inside Jordan.
Israeli airstrikes target Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon amid regional conflict
4 surges to 37%18%
On March 15, 2026, Israeli warplanes conducted a series of airstrikes in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah military structures, including towns such as Zibdin, Hanin, Kfar, Aita al-Shaab, and Yater. This marked a significant escalation in the conflict, confirming Israeli strikes on Lebanese soil and impacting market expectations for the number of countries struck.
Israeli strike kills 12 medical workers in southern Lebanon
An Israeli airstrike targeted a health center run by Hezbollah's health arm in southern Lebanon, killing 12 medical workers. This marked one of the deadliest strikes in Lebanon since the war began, highlighting Israel's targeting of Hezbollah's civilian and military infrastructure. This event reinforced expectations of Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Israel says it has executed over 7,600 strikes on Iran in 13 days
4 surges to 61%16%
Israel announced it had carried out more than 7,600 strike sorties against Iran, intensifying the conflict and prompting speculation of further strikes on Iran’s regional allies, pushing the market back toward the highest‑probability outcome.
Israel conducts over 7,600 strikes on Iran in 13 days
4 jumps to 41%7%
By March 13, Israel had executed more than 7,600 strikes on Iran, targeting nuclear and military sites. This intense campaign underscored Israel's focus on Iran but also suggested the possibility of strikes extending to other countries involved in the conflict, affecting market probabilities.
Hezbollah and Iran launch coordinated missile and drone attacks on Israel
4 jumps to 40%11%
On March 10-11, Hezbollah, an Iranian proxy, launched a massive coordinated missile and drone attack on Israel from Lebanon. Israel retaliated with strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs but did not conduct qualifying strikes on Lebanese soil, maintaining the market's focus on Iran as the only country struck by Israel.
Iranian drone strike damages building in Manama, Bahrain
4 jumps to 34%5%
On March 10, an Iranian drone strike caused damage in Manama, Bahrain, marking a strike on a country other than Iran or Israel. This event indicated the regional spread of the conflict and influenced market pricing toward Israel striking multiple countries, as Israel might respond to Iranian actions in Gulf states.
Iran‑backed Hezbollah fires 200 missiles and drones at Israel
4 jumps to 52%13%
Iran and Hezbollah launched a coordinated barrage of roughly 200 missiles and drones into Israel from Lebanese territory, raising expectations that Israel would retaliate against Lebanon and possibly other neighbouring states, nudging the market upward.
Israel launches a series of strikes on Syrian air bases from Lebanon
6 surges to 28%15%
Israel used drones and missiles launched from Lebanese territory to hit Syrian military installations, marking the first confirmed strike on a third country and pushing the market toward the highest country‑count outcomes.
Israel strikes Syrian command centre after Druze attacks
8 rises to 8%1%
The Israeli Air Force bombed a command centre in southern Syria, its first acknowledged aerial strike on Syrian territory during the 2026 Iran‑War, adding a new country to the count.
Israel conducts over 1,600 strikes on Iran in four days of war
4 jumps to 31%10%
By March 4, Israel had conducted more than 1,600 strike sorties exclusively on Iranian soil, demonstrating a focused campaign against Iran and reinforcing market confidence that strikes would be limited to Iran only.
Israel conducts 1,600 strikes on Iran in first four days of war
4 jumps to 29%11%
By March 4, Israel had conducted over 1,600 airstrikes on Iranian targets, including missile launchers and drone infrastructure, demonstrating a high operational tempo. This extensive strike campaign reinforced market expectations that Israel would strike Iran and possibly other countries in the region.
Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut after missile and drone attacks
4 jumps to 27%8%
Following missile and drone attacks by Hezbollah on Israel, Israeli forces conducted airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut on March 2, 2026. This marked a significant Israeli strike on Lebanese soil, confirming Lebanon as one of the countries Israel struck in 2026.
Israel conducts drone strike on car in Yanouh, Lebanon, killing three including a child
5 drops to 23%8%
A drone strike in the Lebanese village of Yanouh killed three civilians, confirming another Israeli operation on Lebanese territory and reinforcing the market’s view that the count of struck countries remains low.
Iran launches missiles and drones at five Gulf states in retaliation for Israeli‑US attacks
4 surges to 61%19%
Iran fired missiles and drones at several Gulf states – Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Bahrain – in retaliation for the Israeli‑US strikes. The market rallied sharply as the possibility of Israeli strikes on those countries’ territories grew.
Israel and U.S. begin joint air strikes on Iran
7 rises to 7%2%
Israel and the United States launched coordinated air‑strike missions against targets inside Iran, marking the first Israeli strike on Iranian soil in 2026. The operation was publicly presented as “Operation Roaring Lion” by Israel and counted as a strike on a new foreign country.
Israel and US launch coordinated airstrikes on Iranian targets
On February 28, 2026, Israel and the United States initiated joint airstrikes against multiple locations in Iran, marking the start of Operation Roaring Lion and Operation Epic Fury. This significant military action against Iran set the stage for ongoing conflict and influenced market expectations about Israeli strikes on foreign soil.
US and Israel begin joint air strikes on Iran, sparking regional war
4 plunges to 4%44%
The United States and Israel launched a joint air campaign against Iran, marking the start of the 2026 Iran‑Israel war. The market sharply fell as traders expected the conflict to stay largely confined to Iran and Israel, reducing the likelihood of strikes on third‑party states.
US and Israel launch joint military strikes on Iran
4 plunges to 28%20%
On February 28, 2026, the US and Israel began coordinated military strikes on Iran, initiating the 2026 Iran war. This large-scale operation involved missiles, drones, and fighter jets targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities, setting the stage for extensive Israeli airstrikes in the region and influencing market expectations of Israeli strikes on multiple countries.
US and Israel launch coordinated military strikes on Iran
4 plunges to 28%20%
On February 27-28, 2026, the US and Israel initiated Operation Epic Fury, conducting extensive missile and drone strikes on Iranian nuclear and military facilities. This marked the start of a large-scale Israeli air campaign focused on Iranian territory, setting the stage for the high volume of strikes reported in the following weeks.
U.S. President Trump expected to announce Board of Peace for Gaza
5 dips to 13%2%
Anticipation of a diplomatic breakthrough in Gaza reduced expectations of further cross‑border strikes, pulling the market down as traders saw less incentive for Israel to open new fronts.
Israel warns of imminent strikes on two villages in eastern Bekaa Valley
Israel’s Arabic‑language spokesman posted warnings that the military would strike two villages in the Bekaa Valley, signaling a likely upcoming operation on Lebanese soil and prompting market participants to lower expectations for higher country counts.
Israel conducts drone strike on a Hamas ally in southern Lebanon
5 jumps to 15%8%
An Israeli drone killed three people, including a child, in the village of Yanouh, targeting a local official linked to Hamas. The incident suggested Israel might expand strikes to other neighboring states, lifting the market again.
Israel announces temporary ceasefire on Lebanon front after U.N. pressure
5 plunges to 7%21%
Following a U.N. resolution urging restraint, Israel halted major air operations in Lebanon for a week, causing the market to drop as the likelihood of new foreign strike targets fell.
Israel strikes a Hezbollah‑run health centre in Burj Qalaouiyah, Lebanon
5 surges to 28%22%
A drone strike hit a Hezbollah‑affiliated medical facility, killing 12 health workers. Targeting civilian‑linked Hezbollah infrastructure heightened concerns of broader regional strikes, nudging prices upward again.
U.S.‑brokered talks between Israel and Lebanon reduce immediate strike risk
5 dips to 6%4%
Direct diplomatic talks, mediated by the United States, were held in Beirut, leading both sides to pause large‑scale air operations. The market retreated sharply as traders expected fewer new foreign strike targets.
Israel conducts airstrike in southern Lebanon killing civilians
5 dips to 7%2%
An Israeli strike in the village of Habboush near Nabatiyeh killed six civilians, reinforcing the perception that Israel is expanding its campaign into Lebanon and further confirming Lebanon as a target country.
Israel strikes multiple sites in southern and eastern Lebanon, including Sidon
5 plunges to 9%38%
The Israeli Air Force hit a commercial building in Sidon and other locations in the Bekaa Valley, marking the first confirmed strike on Lebanese territory in the analysis window and adding Lebanon to the count of countries targeted.
Israel conducts large‑scale airstrikes on southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah sites
5 plunges to 10%37%
Israel launched dozens of drone and missile strikes on villages in southern Lebanon, killing at least ten people. The escalation raised fears of further strikes beyond Lebanon, pushing the market toward higher country‑count outcomes.
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