On February 28, 2026, the U.S. and Israel carried out coordinated strikes on multiple sites across Iran, saying the operation was aimed at limiting Iran’s military and missile capabilities. Iranian authorities condemned the attacks as a violation of their sovereignty and responded with missile and drone strikes targeting U.S. and allied positions in the region. The strikes mark a major escalation after years of rising tensions, and the situation remains fluid as more details about the targets and casualties continue to emerge.

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