5 takeaways from the first 2 days of US-Israel war against Iran

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Teresa Elena Frontado,Khushboo RazdanMarch 2, 2026 at 01:25 AM

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The US and Israel are engaged in a military campaign against Iran, initiated by strikes that killed Iranian leaders. As of March 2, 2026, the conflict has escalated, with Iran retaliating through missile and drone attacks on Israeli population centers and US military installations. The US has reported its first casualties, with President Trump warning of further losses. Britain has authorized the US to use its bases for defensive purposes. The Strait of Hormuz has been closed, causing energy market instability. The conflict is reshaping regional security and global economic outlooks.

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Tehran 40% Keir Starmer 40% US Central Command 40% Washington 50% Britain 50% Strait of Hormuz 60% Donald Trump 70% Israel ×485% United States ×790% Iran ×695%

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