Israel attacks Iran as blasts heard in Tehran – live updates

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Guardian staffFebruary 28, 2026 at 07:54 AM

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Israel has launched what it calls a "preventative" strike on Iran, leading to the closure of Iranian and Israeli airspace. Loud blasts and smoke have been reported in Tehran. The Iraqi transport ministry has also closed its national airspace. These events follow inconclusive nuclear program talks between the US and Iran, and a buildup of US naval forces in the Middle East. Tensions have been escalating, with President Trump stating that military force, including regime change, remains an option and accusing Iran of developing missiles capable of reaching the US. Iran has denied these claims, calling them "big lies."

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Jerusalem 30% Iraq 40% USS Abraham Lincoln 40% Middle East 50% Tehran ×460% United States ×670% Donald Trump ×470% Israel ×690% Iran ×1390%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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Israel

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