Tehran, Iran / Dubai, UAE – February 28, 2026 – Israel has launched a daylight military strike on Iran’s capital, with multiple explosions reported across Tehran, including near the offices of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Smoke rose over downtown Tehran as roads leading to Khamenei’s compound were shut down.
The United States is participating in the operation, according to a U.S. official who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the military action. The exact scope of U.S. involvement has not been publicly confirmed. The White House declined to comment immediately.
Targets and Objectives
Israeli officials say the strikes were intended “to remove threats”, focusing on Iran’s military installations, intelligence assets, and government symbols. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz did not elaborate further.
The attacks coincide with heightened tensions over Iran’s nuclear program. President Donald Trump and his administration had been pressuring Iran into a deal while Tehran struggles with growing domestic dissent. Iran has repeatedly stated its right to enrich uranium and refused to discuss long-range missile programs or its support for groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.
Immediate Impacts
- Explosions were first reported near Khamenei’s office; it is unclear whether he was present. He has not appeared publicly in days.
- Iranian authorities shut down roads and airspace, and mobile phone services were cut across the country.
- Sirens sounded across Israel as the country issued alerts about potential Iranian missile retaliation. Several hospitals activated emergency protocols, moving patients and surgeries to underground facilities.
- Iran has warned that American military personnel and bases across the region could be targets for retaliation.
Context
This marks a significant escalation in Israel-Iran tensions today, with potential regional consequences. While casualties have not been reported, multiple explosions continue to rock Tehran. Observers warn of possible retaliatory strikes, raising concerns about wider conflict in the Middle East.
Situation Ongoing
Officials continue to monitor events, and updates are expected as more information emerges from both Tehran and Tel Aviv.
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