28/02/2026
USA Attacks Iran — and Iran Strikes Back at U.S. Bases: Full Conflict Update
In a major escalation of Middle Eastern tensions, the United States and Israel launched a significant military attack on Iran on February 28, 2026. The offensive, described by U.S. leadership as “major combat operations,” involved a coordinated barrage of airstrikes and missile attacks against Iranian military and nuclear-linked sites across Tehran and other parts of the country. �
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The U.S.–Israeli Offensive
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the joint operation — dubbed “Operation Epic Fury” — aimed at degrading Iran’s missile infrastructure and perceived threats to regional and international security. Israel supported the strikes, claiming that eliminating key elements of Iran’s military capabilities was necessary. �
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Explosions were reported in Tehran and other major cities following the strikes.
Satellite and official military sources indicated attacks on Revolutionary Guard Corps sites, air defenses, and strategic infrastructure.
Global air traffic disruptions and heightened alerts followed almost immediately. �
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Iran’s Retaliation Against U.S. Bases
Iran responded swiftly. Within hours of the U.S.–Israeli assault, the Islamic Republic launched a widespread series of missile and drone strikes targeting U.S. military bases and assets across the Middle East, including countries hosting U.S. forces such as Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. �
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According to state media and international reports:
Iranian ballistic missiles were fired toward U.S. facilities, including Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar and the U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain.
Air defense systems in Qatar, the UAE and other nations were activated to intercept Iranian attacks.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard stated that all U.S. bases and assets in the region were legitimate targets in retaliation. �
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Civilian Impact and Wider Regional Tensions
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