Nuestra America Magazine News Desk
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the United States, in coordination with Israel, launched a major military offensive against Iran. The U.S. military campaign, described by the White House as “major combat operations,” represents the most intense U.S.–Iranian confrontation since the broader Middle East crisis began in 2023.
President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces had begun “major combat operations” against Iran, with the stated objectives of degrading Tehran’s missile and nuclear capabilities and, according to Trump, creating conditions for internal political change.
The joint U.S.–Israeli operation appears to involve broad air-and-missile strikes against military and strategic targets in Tehran and other Iranian cities.
Scope and Targets
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The offensive reportedly includes air and missile strikes on Iranian military infrastructure, air defenses, nuclear facilities, and key command-and-control sites.
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Some reports suggest that top Iranian political and military leadership locations were targeted. Israeli officials have identified high-profile figures as potential targets in the operation.
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Explosions were reported in multiple Iranian cities including Tehran, and air defense systems were activated across the region.
U.S. Strategic Messaging
According to official statements, the U.S. military operation aims to:
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Neutralize Iran’s missile and nuclear programs.
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Weaken Iran’s broader military capabilities and its ability to project power through proxy groups in the Middle East.
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Support internal pressure for change within Iran. President Trump publicly urged Iranian military forces to “lay down your arms” and called on civilians to seize the moment to overthrow their government.
The Pentagon has reportedly designated the campaign as Operation Epic Fury, while the Israeli side refers to its portion as Operation Lion’s Roar.
Iranian Response and Broader Conflict
Iran has retaliated swiftly. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Iranian forces launched multiple missile salvos:
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Iranian missiles were fired toward Israel and U.S.-linked targets across the Middle East.
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Iran’s counter-operations, dubbed “Truthful Promise 4”, involved strikes on U.S. bases in Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, and other locations.
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Explosions and air defenses were activated in several Gulf states.
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The U.S. Embassy in Iran issued a shelter-in-place alert for U.S. citizens due to ongoing hostilities.
Regional and Global Impact
The conflict’s escalation has triggered:
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Airspace closures across the Middle East and interruptions to global air traffic.
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International diplomatic reactions, including condemnation from Russia and calls for restraint by diplomatic partners.
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U.S. and allied embassies issuing security advisories and shelter-in-place warnings in multiple host countries.
Humanitarian and Civilian Toll
Iranian sources reported casualties from the early strikes, including dozens killed in attacks on civilian areas such as schools, leading to international alarm.
Historical Context
This offensive is rooted in years of rising tensions:
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Iran’s disputed nuclear program and ballistic missile development.
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Proxy conflicts involving Iran-backed groups in Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon.
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Repeated disruptions to diplomacy and nuclear negotiations in recent months.
Summary:
What began today is arguably the largest direct military engagement between the United States and Iran in decades — a joint U.S.–Israeli offensive described as “major combat operations” against Iranian strategic targets. The operation has already elicited Iranian missile retaliation, escalating tensions across the region. Both military and political ramifications of this conflict are expected to unfold rapidly, with significant global implications.
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