Israel launches ‘preemptive’ strike against Iran, saying it seeks ‘to remove threats’
South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by SCMP ReporterFebruary 28, 2026 at 07:46 AM
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On February 28, 2026, Israel launched a "preemptive" strike against Iran, according to a statement from the Israeli Defence Ministry. The stated reason for the attack was to "remove threats to Israel." Following the strike, sirens sounded throughout Israel to alert the population to the potential for an Iranian missile attack. The event occurred on Saturday morning, and the alert was issued nationwide. The situation is ongoing, with further developments expected.
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