What to know about the latest US-Israeli attacks on Iran

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 9 min read 100% complete by By BRIAN MELLEY and ANGELA CHARLTONMarch 1, 2026 at 04:53 PM

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In March 2026, the U.S. and Israel launched a joint military attack on Iran, targeting locations in Tehran, including the compound of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Following the attack, Iranian state media confirmed Khamenei's death. U.S. President Donald Trump urged the Iranian people to overthrow their government. In response, Iran launched missile strikes against Israel, specifically in Beit Shemesh. Protests erupted in Pakistan condemning Khamenei's death, with police using tear gas to disperse demonstrators. The attacks mark an escalation of tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran.

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Pakistan 30% Lahore 30% Beit Shemesh ×240% Tehran ×370% Donald Trump ×280% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei ×490% Israel ×590% United States ×6100% Iran ×7100%

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iran 100% us-israeli attacks 90% ayatollah ali khamenei 80% u.s. intervention 70% military force 60% tehran 60% missile strike 50% islamic leadership 50% democracy protesters 40%