U.S. and Israel Strike Iran; Iran Responds with Regional Missiles – February 28, 2026 Update
U.S. and Israel Strike Iran; Iran Responds with Regional Missiles – February 28, 2026 Update - 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. - Iran responded swiftly with ballistic missiles and drones targeting Israel and U.S. bases in multiple Gulf countries; most were intercepted, but debris caused limited casualties. - Civilian casualties reported primarily in Iran, including dozens of schoolchildren killed in strikes on educational sites per Iranian sources (figures range 40–85 at one school); one civilian death confirmed in the UAE from debris. - ...