The United States and Israel conducted coordinated military strikes on Iran on Saturday, March 1, 2026, under the codename 'Operation Epic Fury'. U.S. Central Command released declassified video footage showing missile launches and satellite imagery of explosions at targeted sites, which reportedly included Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps command centers, air defense systems, and drone launch facilities.
According to U.S. officials, the operation aimed to degrade Iran's capacity to conduct regional military operations. The released footage, described as part of a transparency initiative, shows precision strikes on military airfields and missile storage sites. Analysts suggest the timing underscores escalating tensions over recent naval incidents in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian state media condemned the attacks as "an act of aggression" and vowed retaliation, while the UN Security Council has called an emergency session. Regional markets reacted cautiously, with oil prices climbing 3.2% in early Asian trading hours.
The operation marks the first publicly acknowledged U.S.-Israel joint military action against Iran this year, raising concerns about broader regional instability. Travel advisories for the Middle East are being updated by multiple governments amid the developments.
