In a world-shaking development on February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched a large-scale coordinated military assault on Iran — a moment that could redefine the geopolitical order of the entire Middle East. This is not a limited airstrike. This is a war.
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Israel vs Iran: Key Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | February 28, 2026 |
| Operation Name | Operation Shield of Judah |
| Launched by | Israel (IDF) + United States Military |
| Cities Struck | Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, Kermanshah |
| Confirmed by | Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz + US President Trump |
| Iran Airspace | ❌ Closed until further notice |
| Iraq Airspace | ❌ Also closed |
| Israel Status | 🚨 Nationwide State of Emergency declared |
| Strike Type | Air and sea-based (US), missile strikes (Israel) |
How It Unfolded
On 28 February 2026, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and the United States launched a joint attack codenamed Operation Shield of Judah, striking Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah.
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the strikes as a preemptive attack aimed at removing threats to the State of Israel, while simultaneously declaring a state of emergency across the country and urging citizens to stay near shelters.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the strike in a video on Truth Social, saying: “A short time ago, the United States military began major combat operations in Iran.”
What Was Targeted?
Among the targets were areas in Tehran where Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei normally resides — including the presidential palace and National Security Council. Missile strikes were also reported on University Street and the Jomhouri area of Tehran, as well as northern Tehran’s Seyed Khandan area.
According to Reuters, Khamenei is not in Tehran and has been transferred to a secure location. Cell phone communications were disrupted across multiple areas of the capital. Bollywood Bubble
The Road That Led Here
The strikes come after months of escalating tension — including massive nationwide anti-regime protests in Iran beginning in December 2025, US military buildup in the region, and Trump’s February 24 State of the Union warning that Iran had revived its nuclear weapons program with missiles capable of reaching Europe.
An Israeli security source confirmed the operation was jointly planned for months, with Israel going “all out” and the US “on the same page.” The initial phase is planned to last four days. indianstartuptimes
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What Happens Next?
Learn more about the full background and history of this conflict on Wikipedia — 2026 Israeli–United States strikes on Iran.
Israel’s military warned that a missile and drone attack on Israel and its civilian population is expected “in the immediate time frame” — meaning retaliation from Iran is not a question of if, but when. Delhi Press
FAQs
Q: What is Operation Shield of Judah and who launched it?
Operation Shield of Judah is a joint US–Israel military operation launched on February 28, 2026, targeting Iranian regime and military sites across Tehran, Isfahan, Qom, Karaj, and Kermanshah — confirmed by both Trump and Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz.
Q: Has Iran retaliated yet after the US and Israel strikes on February 28, 2026?
As of the time of publication, Iran had not yet launched a formal military retaliation, but Israel declared a state of emergency and warned that a missile and drone counterattack on Israeli civilians was expected imminently.
