U.S. and Israel Launch Coordinated Strikes on Iran; Tehran Retaliates Across Region
U.S. and Israel Launch Coordinated Strikes on Iran; Tehran Retaliates Across Region
February 28, 2026 — Early report
A coordinated U.S.-Israeli military operation struck
multiple sites across Iran early today, prompting a swift Iranian missile and
drone retaliation that spread across the Middle East and triggered widespread
air defences and regional disruptions.
What happened
Summary: U.S. and Israeli forces carried out
pre-emptive strikes on leadership, military and missile facilities in Tehran
and other cities under the U.S. codename Operation Epic Fury and
Israel’s Roaring Lion. Iran launched dozens of ballistic missiles and
drones at Israel and U.S. bases in Gulf states; most were intercepted but
falling debris caused damage and limited casualties.
“Joint U.S.-Israeli military operation, dubbed ‘Operation
Epic Fury’ by the U.S. and ‘Roaring Lion’ by Israel, began early today with
strikes on Iranian leadership sites, military bases, and missile facilities in
Tehran and other cities.”
Key impacts
- Tehran
and other Iranian cities: Multiple explosions reported around 9 a.m.
local time; satellite imagery shows heavy damage near government and IRGC
facilities. Communications in Iran were severely disrupted by internet
blackouts.
- Civilian
toll: Iranian state media report strikes hit two schools; one girls’
elementary school in Minab has reported between 40 and 85 deaths
and dozens injured, figures that remain unverified.
- Regional
effects: Interceptions over Israel and Gulf states limited direct
hits, but debris caused fires and infrastructure damage — including one
confirmed civilian death in the UAE and injuries in Dubai and Kuwait.
International and diplomatic response
The UN called for immediate de-escalation. China, Russia,
and several Arab states condemned the strikes and urged dialogue; European
governments urged restraint and protection of civilians. U.S. and Israeli
leaders framed the operation as necessary to neutralize perceived threats,
while Iranian officials denounced it as unprovoked aggression.
Outlook
The situation remains fluid. U.S. officials indicated operations could continue for days, and emergency diplomatic activity — including a UN Security Council meeting — is underway.
In solidarity,
Wimal Navaratnam
Human Rights Advocate | ABC Tamil Oli (ECOSOC)
Email: tamilolicanada@gmail.com
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