US and Israel attack Iran: What we know so far

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 4 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 28, 2026 at 10:24 AM

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On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched a joint military operation, striking multiple Iranian cities, including Tehran. President Trump announced the attacks as "major combat operations" aimed at dismantling Iran's missile capabilities and navy. Targets in Tehran included University Street, the Jomhouri area, and locations near the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps headquarters and Supreme Leader Khamenei's offices. Explosions were also reported in Kermanshah, Qom, Tabriz, Isfahan, Ilam, Karaj, and Lorestan province. The attacks occurred amidst ongoing negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, following weeks of escalating tensions. Iran retaliated by launching missiles at northern Israel. Details regarding casualties and damage on both sides remain limited.

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Key Claims (5)

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Trump said that the aim of the US campaign was to “destroy their missiles and raze their missile industry to the ground”.

quote — Donald Trump100% confidence

Iran has struck back with missiles aimed at northern Israel.

factual — Al Jazeera100% confidence

US President Donald Trump described the attacks as “major combat operations”.

quote — Donald Trump100% confidence

The US and Israel have struck multiple locations across Iran, including the capital, Tehran.

factual — Al Jazeera100% confidence

Explosions have also been reported in the cities of Kermanshah, Qom, Tabriz, Isfahan, Ilam and Karaj, as well as in Lorestan province.

factual — local media80% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

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Kermanshah 40% Iraq ×240% Isfahan 40% Tabriz 40% Qom 40% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 50% Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps 60% Tehran ×470% Donald Trump ×380% United States ×890% Israel ×790% Iran ×1295%

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us and israel attack iran 100% missile attack 80% major combat operations 70% iran 70% united states 60% israel 60% nuclear program 50% tehran 50% military mobilization 40%